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Understanding Termite Damage in Japanese Akiya

How to assess structural risks, estimate repairs, and decide whether an abandoned home is worth restoring.

Jul 08, 2026 · 2 min read · 0 claps #japan #akiya #housing

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YU YukiHomes

The Future of Rural Japan

(If We Do Nothing)

Jul 06, 2026 · 4 min read · 0 claps #japan #akiya #real-estate

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YU YukiHomes

Japan’s Après Ski Is Different

Don’t expect Daytime DJs.

Jun 29, 2026 · 4 min read · 0 claps #japan #pressa #akiya

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AK Akiya Heaven

Understanding Pit Toilets in Japan’s Vacant Rural Homes

What older waste systems reveal about rural infrastructure and the practical options available when renovating an abandoned property.

Jun 24, 2026 · 2 min read · 0 claps #japan #akiya #due-diligence

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YU YukiHomes

The Reason Myoko Has No Inventory

The double edged sword of the weak yen

Jun 04, 2026 · 5 min read · 0 claps #japan #real-estate #real-estate-investments

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AK Akiya Heaven

What to Check Before Buying a Vacant Home in Japan

A practical guide to inspecting akiya properties, from structural safety to local regulations

Jun 03, 2026 · 3 min read · 0 claps #japan #housing #akiya

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YU YukiHomes

Reverse Culture Shock

Counting the days until I go back to Japan.

Jun 01, 2026 · 6 min read · 0 claps #japan #japanese-culture #akiya

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KA Kagura Mayumi

He Bought a House for 1 Yen — But the Real Cost Comes Later

A friend of mine recently bought a house in rural Japan for 1 yen.

May 28, 2026 · 2 min read · 0 claps #akiya #rural-japan #japanese-spirituality

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YU YukiHomes

The Struggle of Shopping in Japan Without Asking for Help

It’s a problem.

May 25, 2026 · 3 min read · 0 claps #japan #japanese-culture #real-estate

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JA Japan Vacation Rental Insider

Stop Browsing Real Estate Sites: The Only Japanese Zoning Rule You Need for a 365-Day Airbnb

Why that beautiful traditional Kyoto house might be legally useless for your investment portfolio.

May 22, 2026 · 2 min read · 0 claps #airbnb #real-estate-investing #japan

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YU YukiHomes

Why Your Akiya Bathroom Renovation Is Stuck In A Middle East War

Japan’s naphtha shortage has forced TOTO to halt unit bath orders

May 20, 2026 · 4 min read · 0 claps #japan #japanese-culture #real-estate

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YU YukiHomes

The Bento Box: Issue 10

This week, we have been submitting many offers for our clients, but not only that, we are also currently working on renovations and…

May 16, 2026 · 4 min read · 0 claps #japan #akiya #japanese-culture

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YU YukiHomes

Why is North America the only place where clothing dryers are standard?

It’s not just Japan that opts to hang dry…

May 12, 2026 · 5 min read · 1 claps #japan #japanese-culture #medium-japan

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YU YukiHomes

The Bento Box: Issue 8

Today, I’ll be focusing on properties in Nagano. Nagano is an excellent area to own a home, as it offers access to numerous ski resorts…

May 01, 2026 · 4 min read · 17 claps #japan #japanese-culture #real-estate