For people who ❤️ Japan
Own a home in JapanIn 90 Days or Less✔︎ 100% Remote & No Japanese Required

If you're worried about fake listings, ghosting agents, or getting burned by a one‑man shop. Don't worry, we don't pass you off to English‑ish agents. Our dedicated in-house & in-Japan team owns every message, document, phone call, and deadline to help you remove all of your stress and guesswork.

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Save massive time and effort!

"Without Shu's support in this transaction, it would probably take a lot more effort and time required from our side. And his services, if we will do it all over again, we would do it the same way. Japan has so much to offer besides Akiya. There are so many more properties, all different sorts of properties to explore, and Shu Matsuo is there for you."

Peter C.

Peter C.

American Buying a House Near Tokyo
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Don't just take our word for it! We document real outcomes from real people every week!

From USA to Japan property owner in under 3 months

"I recently purchased my first investment property in Japan. Shu's service makes it ridiculously easy to become a property owner in Japan. Even with the language barrier and the long distance (residing in the USA), I was able to secure and complete the purchase in less than three months. Shu and his team did all the heavy lifting. If you plan to kick-off your property investing journey in Japan, be sure to press the easy button by partnering up with Shu and sign up for his service. I know I will again!"

Danny H.

Danny H.

Complete end-to-end property acquisition support

"I wholeheartedly recommend our property consultant, Shu, whose dedication and expertise were instrumental in finding the right property in Japan. He seamlessly handled the paperwork, connected us with a reliable notary, and streamlined the entire process. Shu also guided us to insurance and renovation companies, ensuring we were fully covered. He is professional and committed. We couldn't be more grateful for his outstanding service."

Kamila and Piotr P.

Kamila and Piotr P.

American Buying a House Near Tokyo
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Aussie Couple Buys Tokyo Home
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Perfect rental property found with expert networks

"Thanks to Shu on being in contact with some good people to know when we're about to find a house, a good deal, a good house to buy here as a rental property. It was very helpful to have someone who can speak and understand Japanese at 200% so I'm super happy at the moment and very happy of this house. I'm very happy of Shu's services. All good for me."

Alex D.G.

Alex D.G.

Owns a house in Yokohama!
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Owns a house in Tokyo!
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Exceeded all expectations from start to close

"From the initial consultation with Shu and even to the present moment where we have just recently closed on my first house in Japan everything has exceeded my expectations. I now consider Shu not only a mentor but also a friend and I look forward to doing more business with him in the near future. I wholeheartedly would recommend AkiysHub's services to anyone serious about Japanese real estate."

Spencer W.

Spencer W.

Nearly impossible alone - essential professional guidance

"The process of purchasing the home is not something that you can do on your own. I would strongly advise you to have someone like Shu to help you through the process, because to do it alone, it's very, very difficult. Extremely difficult, if not almost impossible. Go for it. If you're looking to buy a place and you're serious about it, make sure to give Shu a call or contact him and he'll help you out, truthfully."

Anna O.

Anna O.

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Bilingual experts who speak 'Japanese housing' fluently

"Why I chose Shu to help me purchase my house is because I needed somebody who could speak Japanese. And it helps that he's already familiar with the United States market and the Japanese market. So, I could have gotten anyone who can speak Japanese, but he can speak Japanese housing and know the terminology and know the way things work. Are you 100% confident in showing up and buying a Japanese house? If the answer is 'No', Go with Shu, he'll steer you in the right direction. It didn't feel gimmicky. It felt like a real honest relationship."

Jason A.

Jason A.

Unbiased expert education for smart investment decisions

"While doing some research on Japan's Akiya houses, I came upon some videos uploaded by Shu about his education and, most importantly, his unbiased reviews on real estate investment in Japan. Immediately, I knew this was the guy I was looking for in my investment journey. Shu is not a real estate agent, but he does provide great help through his inspiration and personal experiences to teach the ins and outs of this industry. I will definitely recommend anyone who wants to invest in real estate in Japan to connect with him."

Catherine K.

Catherine K.

Effortless investment from Singapore in under 3 months

"Shu's service made purchasing my first investment property in Japan effortless. Despite the challenges of the language barrier and the distance from Singapore, the entire process was completed in under three months. I still can't believe all this was done so quickly and effectively with minimal involvement from my end. Shu and his team handled everything efficiently. For anyone looking to invest in Japanese real estate, I highly suggest partnering with Shu. You really do not have to bear the stress and paperwork of purchasing a new property. His service truly simplifies the process. I will definitely be using it again for future investments!"

Mark L.

Mark L.

Remote purchase as a tourist - no Japan visit required

"The paperwork process, due to Shu's help, went really smoothly. And again, I did not have to fly to Japan. I'm not even a resident of Japan. I don't have residency whatsoever. I'm a tourist. So, I'm a remote purchaser, basically. So definitely highly recommended service. There's a lot more points that I would have said that pretty much without his service, I don't think I would have even bothered buying it, to be honest with you."

Igor K.

Igor K.

Accelerated real estate investing education and mentorship

"Shu has been a huge help in preparing me to get into real estate investing (REI). He is a major source of inspiration and can also draw on many personal experiences to teach the ins and outs of this industry. I'm excited to leap into this journey wholeheartedly, and utilize his guidance to accelerate my growth."

Ryan R.

Ryan R.

The Big Questions Everyone Asks Us

You’re not alone. The benefit of having over 14,000 members is we’ve heard (and answered) everything.
Chances are, your questions sound a lot like these…

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Akiya Hunting

“How do I actually FIND these houses?”

We provide you with 4 great options. Pick your speed and comfort level.

  • 📱 Property Feed - AI✨ driven recommendations based on your inputs.
  • 🔍 Quick Search - Fast area snapshots based on your preferences.
  • 🗺️ Map Search - Dynamic map based search, with our 📡🏡 Property Radar that helps rank and score by different algorithms.
  • 🤝 Done‑for‑You - Our team will search for you! We scour through on & off‑market deals for you and presents you options that match your criteria.
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Costs & Fees

“Are there hidden fees?”

Japan closings have lots of line items. Our calculator breaks down every single one before you commit.

  • 💸 No surprises: taxes, fees, stamps, registration, brokerage.
  • 😊 Good news: taxes & insurance ARE often shockingly low on Akiya.
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Get Started

“I don’t know where to start.”

Same place thousands started: learn fast, ask freely.

  • 📘 Guides - step‑by‑step playbooks.
  • 💬 Discussions - post questions, get expert & community answers.
  • 🙋 We answer everything - no question too big or small.
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Visas

“Do I need a visa to buy?”

❌ No visa required to own land or a house in Japan!

Planning to move? 🧭 The Visa Wizard maps your options and preps you for an immigration attorney call.

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Language

“I don’t speak Japanese.”

🌍 98% of our members don’t either!

Our bilingual team attends every meeting, handles all communication, and gets deals done. They don't just speak Japanese, they ARE Japanese, so they understand the culture as well.

Speaking of language, if you want to learn the basics 📚 try our Language Wizards.

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Programs

“What’s the catch?”

⏱️ Buying in Japan takes ~200+ hours of work per property. 100% Japanese in both language and culture .

Time = money. You can choose your path:

  • 💁 Pay‑as‑you‑go - searching → due diligence → viewings → offer → contracts → closing...
  • 🤝 Done‑for‑You - we handle everything, end‑to‑end for 1 fixed fee - no surprises.
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This page covers 99% of questions new members ask. Each question links to a detailed article, so you can dive in as much as you like. Bookmark this guide and check back: we'll keep adding new insights as we go!

What You'll Find Inside:
  • Complete basics breakdown - Everything you need to know about Akiya properties, buying process, and legal requirements
  • Money & rules deep dive - What are the rules and realities for foreign buyers?
  • Making the move to Japan - Visa requirements, residency options, and practical relocation guidance
  • Construction & renovation mastery - What are the steps to renovate a vacant house and make it livable?
  • Places & people insights - Regional differences, local communities, and cultural considerations for your decision making.
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For people who ❤️ Japan
Own a home in JapanIn 90 Days or Less✔︎ 100% Remote & No Japanese Required

If you're worried about fake listings, ghosting agents, or getting burned by a one‑man shop. Don't worry, we don't pass you off to English‑ish agents. Our dedicated in-house & in-Japan team owns every message, document, phone call, and deadline to help you remove all of your stress and guesswork.

Join the #1 Global Japanese Real Estate Community