The Fees Nobody Mentions When You Buy an Akiya in Japan
On a ¥1,000,000 akiya, the fees can run to 54% of the purchase price. Here is every cost nobody mentions, what it runs, and when it lands on your doormat.
Are Akiya Really Free? What a ¥0 House in Japan Actually Costs You
Yes, ¥0 houses in Japan are real. No, they are not free. Here is what a free akiya actually costs once you add gift tax, fixed fees, clearing out the last owner’s belongings, and untangling the title.
What an Akiya Renovation Actually Costs (2026 Ranges, Not Guesses)
An akiya renovation runs about ¥2,000,000 to ¥40,000,000 in 2026. Here is why that range is so wide, what each line item really costs, and how to figure out which end you are on before you make an offer.
We Bought a Fixer Upper! Week 9-Fireplace Built-Ins
Last week we got the new fireplace wood burner in, and this week it’s all about…
We Bought a Fixer Upper! Week 8- Fireplace Remodel
The first thing you saw when you walked into the house was this dirty, old and…
We Bought a Fixer Upper! Week 3: Wall Removal
The demo continues this week at the Fixer Upper. If you missed it, last week we…
We Bought a Fixer Upper!
We bought a fixer upper!
ORC Week 2- Demo Complete
Demo day complete. Tile removal, wall removal, floor prep. Home office, guest room, library, renovation, room design, DIY.