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Shimonoseki (下関市 Shimonoseki-shi) is a city in Yamaguchi prefecture and the westernmost municipality on Honshu. The city has been at the center of Japanese history for centuries, but it's best known to culinary daredevils as the home of fugu, a pufferfish as cute looking as it is potentially lethal.
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Seven Eleven - 5 min walk / 1 min drive
Lawson - 5 min walk / 1 min drive
Family Mart - 7 min walk / 1 min drive
Lawson - 4 min walk / 1 min drive
Poplar - 2 min walk
Seven Eleven - 34 min walk / 7 min drive
Lawson - 8 min walk / 2 min drive
Seven Eleven - 7 min walk / 1 min drive
Seven Eleven - 10 min walk / 2 min drive
Seven Eleven - 6 min walk / 1 min drive
Lawson - 14 min walk / 3 min drive
Seven Eleven - 11 min walk / 2 min drive
Poplar - 17 min walk / 3 min drive
Seven Eleven - 12 min walk / 2 min drive
Lawson - 11 min walk / 2 min drive
Seven Eleven - 7 min walk / 1 min drive
Seven Eleven - 3 min walk
Seven Eleven - 14 min walk / 3 min drive
Family Mart - 18 min walk / 4 min drive
Seven Eleven - 14 min walk / 3 min drive
Seven Eleven - 14 min walk / 3 min drive
Family Mart - 17 min walk / 3 min drive
Seven Eleven - 2 min walk
Family Mart - 21 min walk / 4 min drive
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| Area | Type | Price | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | Apartment | ¥28,500,000 | 85.81m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | Apartment | ¥24,800,000 | 74.54m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | House | ¥500,000 | 65.12m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | Land | ¥5,900,000 | 296m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | House | ¥27,900,000 | 76.39m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | Apartment | ¥28,800,000 | 74.85m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | House | ¥17,800,000 | 160.65m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | Apartment | ¥23,900,000 | 59.50m² | Apr 2026 |
| Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi | Apartment | ¥7,200,000 | 70.22m² | Apr 2026 |
An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Shimonoseki has 551 akiya properties currently listed, ranging from traditional Japanese homes to more modern structures. These properties are often available at significantly lower prices than typical real estate.
Yes, foreigners can freely purchase property in Shimonoseki and anywhere in Japan. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of real estate in Japan. However, buying property does not grant residency rights. We recommend working with a licensed real estate agent familiar with Shimonoseki.
Akiya prices in Shimonoseki vary widely depending on location, condition, and size. Some properties are available for under ¥1,000,000 (around $7,000 USD), while others in better condition or locations may cost more. Some may even be free but require renovation.
Before purchasing an akiya in Shimonoseki, consider: (1) Property condition - many need renovation, (2) Location accessibility, (3) Legal requirements - clear title and no liens, (4) Ongoing costs - taxes, maintenance, utilities, (5) Language barriers - consider a bilingual agent.
