Choose an Akiya,
We Handle the Rest.

Buy, renovate, and manage an Akiya in Japan — fully remote, in English, with local experts by your side.

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KyotoOsakaNagano

Trusted by buyers worldwide

10K+

properties under $100K USD

30 days

average time to purchase

2000+

Customers Supported

Our Services

From discovery to ownership in 30 days

We guide you through every step of buying a home in Japan.

Akiya Search

We provide expert consultation if you are buying for investment purposes, Airbnb, or long-term lease.

Explore properties

Remote Purchase

Your easy-mode button for buying in Japan. Fully remote, in English, with licensed agents. International transfers available (via Wise).

Purchase Aftercare

We connect you with the right experts in the field, and can serve as your local property management company for investment properties.

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Customer Stories

We've helped 2,000+ people
find their home in Japan

Customer Story
Success Story

Anuja & Rakesh

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🇮🇳 India

Anuja and Rakesh are based in Japan and were looking for a second home they could enjoy as a personal retreat—somewhere to relax, spend quality time together, and step away from the pace of everyday life. They chose an akiya that offered a calm environment while still being practical to own and maintain as a second residence. The balance between lifestyle, location, and long-term potential was a key factor in their decision. From property selection to contract and handover, the entire purchase process was carefully guided, allowing them to move forward with confidence and clarity.

"Buying a second home in Japan felt like a big step, but the process was smooth and reassuring. We always knew what was happening, and that made all the difference."

The Simplest Way to Buy in Japan

Step 1

Akiya Search

We provide expert consultation to help you find the perfect property for investment, Airbnb, or long-term lease.

Expert consultation for investors
Airbnb & long-term lease strategy
Curated investment properties
Akiya Search
Step 2

Remote Purchase

From first call to closing, we make buying in Japan simple, remote, and fully guided in English.

1:1 with licensed Japanese agent
Buy remotely - no travel required
International transfers via Wise
Remote Purchase
Step 3

Purchase Aftercare

We connect you with the right experts and offer local property management for your investment properties.

Property management for investors
Connect with vetted local experts
Tenant & maintenance handling
Purchase Aftercare

Bilingual experts you can trust

Kenta Yoshida

Kenta Yoshida

Founder & CEO

(Licensed Real Estate Agent)

Takumi Hayashi

Takumi Hayashi

CEO & Advertising Specialist

Ryo Noguchi

Ryo Noguchi

2nd Class Architect

(Licensed Real Estate Agent)

Tomona Goto

Tomona Goto

Lead Agent

Momoka Yoshida

Momoka Yoshida

Lead Agent