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Restoring Japan’s forgotten homes, one story at a time.

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"An Akiya is more than a vacant house. It is a vessel of history, waiting for a new custodian. We curate the most inspiring rural escapes and provide the roadmap to make them yours."

Curated Collections

Seaside
Hokkaido • <$50k USD

The Skier’s Hideaway

Read the Scouting Report
Kyoto Machiya
Kyoto • Fixer Upper

The Artist’s Studio

See Renovation Potential
Seaside Home
Shikoku • Move-in Ready

Island Life & Citrus

Explore the Region
Featured Story

The Craft of Restoration

How Sarah and Mike turned a $20k ruin into a design masterpiece using traditional techniques and modern patience.

Featuring tools from Japanese Carpenter & Learning via iTalki.

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The Route

Navigate rural Japan effortlessly.


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The Stay

Experience traditional living.


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The Connection

Stay connected in the mountains.


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