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distinctive
property in Japan
Kominka, machiya, villas, land, and rural projects. Personally vetted, often off-market, with guidance from shortlist to closing and life on the ground.
Featured
Handpicked
properties
Grand Resort Complex in Yugawara-Atami — 16 Floors, 250+ Rooms
A rare large-scale hospitality asset straddling the Yugawara-Atami borderlands. A 16-story steel-reinforced concrete building with 250+ rooms and 14,712 m² of total floor area, set on over 33,700 m² of landholding spanning residential lots, forest, and a mineral spring right (鉱泉地). Pre-investigated for ryokan business permit. City gas, public water, and sewerage all connected. Delivered as-is, no warranty. 20-minute walk from JR Yugawara Station on the Tokaido Line.
Secluded Island Getaway on Naru Island, Goto
A 1982 wood post-and-beam akiya in Goto City's Naru-cho Okushi on Naru Island. The inspected house has 136.74 m² of floor area over two above-ground floors, attic storage, and water service active at inspection. Set within the existing seven-parcel island holding, the April 2026 inspection identifies renovation priorities around possible rainwater leakage, kitchen ceiling mold and damage, living room floor sinking, Japanese room floor damage, and moisture-related subfloor deterioration.
A Grand Coastal Estate in Shirako, Chiba
An expansive 6LDK home on 1,400 m² of land along the Kujukuri coast. Built in 2001 and currently vacant, the property suits multi-generational families, wellness retreats, or Minpaku businesses. Large attic, storage rooms, and serene garden.
Why AKIYAZ
Beyond the listing
We source distinctive property, help you choose the right region, and stay involved well after the purchase.
Off-market sourcing
We source properties beyond the major portals, including kominka, coastal homes, land, and renovation candidates hidden in local networks.
Regional fit
We help you compare regions by climate, access, community, and long-term livability before you commit to a place.
Local setup
After the purchase, we help with move-in logistics, local culture, community integration, and the realities of daily life.
From the Field
Property stories,
not just listings
Our media production and property documentation work helps buyers, owners, and regional partners see the setting, access, atmosphere, and practical details around a place.
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Regions
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of Japan
Hokkaido
Powder, peaks & wide-open spaces
Japan's northern frontier offers world-class skiing, pristine national parks, and a food culture built on the freshest seafood and dairy. Niseko, Furano, and the wild Shiretoko Peninsula await.
Kanto
Where tradition meets the metropolis
From the cultural richness of Kamakura and Nikko to the creative energy of Tokyo's neighborhoods, Kanto offers the full spectrum of Japanese life - ancient temples beside cutting-edge architecture.
Chubu
Mountains, hot springs & coastal gems
The Japanese Alps, the Izu Peninsula coastline, and the historic post towns of the Nakasendo trail. Chubu is where dramatic geography meets deeply rooted craft and culture.
Ready to find your place in Japan?
Whether you're searching for a weekend retreat, a permanent home, or an investment - we'll help you find something remarkable.