Prefecture

Akiya Properties in Shiga Prefecture, Japan

1,294 properties available

About Shiga

For the Shiga Kogen ski resort, see Joshinetsu Kogen National Park. Shiga Prefecture (滋賀県 Shiga-ken) is in Kansai region of Japan.

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Shiga Property Market Overview

1,294
Total Properties
¥37,000
Lowest Price
¥14,955,519
Average Price
¥48,800,000
Highest Price

Statistics based on currently listed properties. Prices in Japanese Yen.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shiga

What is an akiya in Shiga?

An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Shiga has 1,294 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.

Can foreigners buy property in Shiga?

Yes, foreigners can freely purchase property in Shiga 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 Shiga.

How much do akiya cost in Shiga?

Akiya prices in Shiga currently range from approximately ¥37,000 (around $247 USD) to ¥48,800,000. The average listing price is around ¥14,955,519. Some properties may even be available for free or near-free, though they typically require significant renovation.

What should I know before buying an akiya in Shiga?

Before purchasing an akiya in Shiga, consider: (1) Property condition - many akiya need renovation, (2) Location accessibility - rural properties may be far from amenities, (3) Legal requirements - ensure clear title and no liens, (4) Ongoing costs - property taxes, maintenance, and utilities, (5) Language barriers - consider hiring a bilingual agent. We recommend visiting the property in person before purchasing.

Properties in Shiga

Showing 1-30 of 30

4LDK Detached House in Matsugaoka, Otsu | 130.61㎡, Built 2012 - Main Image
¥46,900,000
Added 16 days ago

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden House Akiya Bank Lake View Parking Suburban
4
190m²
131m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 13 min walk
4LDK House for Sale in Otsu, Shiga | 144 sqm on 201 sqm Land - Main Image
¥24,000,000
Today

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Large Property Garden House Corner Lot Modern House Parking Quiet Area
4
202m²
144m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 16 min walk
5DK Detached House for Sale in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture - Main Image
¥7,000,000
Today

Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Large Property Garden House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking
5
117m²
100m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 4 min walk
3SLDK Detached House for Sale in Higashiomi, Shiga - Main Image
¥16,800,000
Today

Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden House Parking Quiet Area
3
302m²
134m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 12 min walk
New 4LDK House in Nagahama, Shiga | 2025 Build - Main Image
¥25,900,000
Today

Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready House New Build Modern House Renovated New Construction
4
156m²
113m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 3 min walk
1989 4SLDK House in Otsu, Shiga with 264sqm Land - Main Image
¥30,800,000
Added 1 days ago

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Large Property Near Station House Lake View Parking Waterfront Quiet Area
4
265m²
158m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 3 min walk
Corner Lot House in Higashiomi Akiya Bank - 174 sqm Land - Main Image
¥1,500,000
Added 1 days ago

Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Suburban Quiet Area
174m²
23m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 12 min walk
Spacious 9DK Rental House in Shigaraki, Koka City | 169.92 sqm - Main Image
¥37,000
Added 1 days ago

Koka, Shiga Prefecture

Rental House Large Property Garden House Pet Friendly Rural
9
170m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 20 min walk
Commercial Building for Rent in Aisho Town, Shiga - Main Image
Contact for Pricing
Added 1 days ago

Aisho, Shiga Prefecture

Rental Business Business Move-in Ready House Parking Rural Waterfront
94m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 19 min walk
Vacant Shop with Residence for Rent in Aisho Town, Shiga - Main Image
¥60,000
Added 1 days ago

Aisho, Shiga Prefecture

Rental Business Business Renovation Project Near Station House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Septic System Near School Near Shopping
142m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 8 min walk
Two-Storey Commercial Shop for Rent in Aisho Town, Shiga - Main Image
Contact for Pricing
Added 1 days ago

Aisho, Shiga Prefecture

Rental Business Business Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Well Water Rural Near Shopping
230m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 10 min walk
Historic 1904 Shop Building for Rent Near JR Inae Station, Shiga - Main Image
¥70,000
Added 1 days ago

Aisho, Shiga Prefecture

Rental Business Traditional House Business Renovation Project Near Station Historic
47m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 3 min walk
Historic 1930 Wooden Shop for Rent in Aisho Town, Shiga - Main Image
¥50,000
Added 1 days ago

Aisho, Shiga Prefecture

Rental Business Traditional House Business Renovation Project Historic
64m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 8 min walk
10K Detached House for Sale on 1165sqm Plot in Aisho, Shiga - Main Image
¥8,000,000
Added 2 days ago

Aisho, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Large Property House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Needs Renovation Parking Rural Quiet Area
10
1,165m²
222m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 16 min walk
4LDK Rental House in Aisho Town, Shiga | 101.25 sqm - Main Image
¥82,000
Added 2 days ago

Aisho, Shiga Prefecture

Rental House Move-in Ready House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Pet Friendly Quiet Area
4
101m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 16 min walk
6SDK House with Inner Garage for Sale in Higashiomi, Shiga - Main Image
¥9,900,000
Added 2 days ago

Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Large Property House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Parking Rural
6
151m²
172m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 26 min walk
9LDK Family Home for Sale in Kora Town, Shiga - Main Image
¥5,000,000
Added 2 days ago

Kora, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House
9
760m²
182m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 29 min walk
6-Bedroom House with Warehouse in Koka City, Shiga | 440 sqm Land - Main Image
¥9,900,000
Added 2 days ago

Koka, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House
6
440m²
202m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 16 min walk
6-Bedroom Detached House for Sale in Takashima, Shiga - Main Image
¥18,000,000
Added 2 days ago

Takashima, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Large Property Near Station House Gas Heating/Cooking Duplex Parking
6
463m²
153m²
sunkus convenience store Sunkus - 3 min walk
7DK Traditional House for Sale in Hino Town, Shiga - 343.8 sqm Land - Main Image
¥4,200,000
Added 2 days ago

Hino, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Renovation Project Large Property Garden House Akiya Bank Parking Well Water Rural
7
344m²
256m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 43 min walk
798 sqm Residential Land Plot for Sale in Konan City, Shiga - Main Image
Consultation required
Added 3 days ago

Konan, Shiga Prefecture

Buy Land Land Only Large Property Near Station Land Akiya Bank Corner Lot
798m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 7 min walk
1935 Traditional House on 1185 sqm Land in Hino, Shiga - Main Image
¥10,000,000
Added 3 days ago

Hino, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property Garden House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Rural
1,186m²
351m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 9 min walk
4SLDK Wooden House for Sale in Omihachiman, Shiga - Main Image
¥28,800,000
Added 3 days ago

Omihachiman, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Near Station House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking
4
185m²
131m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 3 min walk
4DK Family House for Sale in Otsu, Shiga - 121.67㎡ Land - Main Image
¥5,000,000
Added 3 days ago

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Near Station House Parking Suburban
4
122m²
68m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 10 min walk
3LDK Detached House for Sale in Makino, Shiga | 690 sqm Land - Main Image
¥12,000,000
Added 3 days ago

Takashima, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Large Property House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Rural
3
691m²
114m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 21 min walk
New 4LDK House in Nagahama, Shiga - Completion Nov 2025 - Main Image
¥25,900,000
Added 3 days ago

Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready House New Build Modern House Lake View Quiet Area Historic
4
156m²
112m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 3 min walk
4SLDK House for Sale in Moriyama, Shiga | Spacious Garden - Main Image
¥32,800,000
Added 4 days ago

Moriyama, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Garden Near Station House Akiya Bank Parking
4
176m²
131m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 4 min walk
Large 10DK Traditional House on 853sqm Land in Hikone, Shiga - Main Image
¥3,800,000
Added 4 days ago

Hikone, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property House Akiya Bank Needs Renovation Rural Historic
10
853m²
293m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 11 min walk
Modern 2SLDK House with Solar in Ritto, Shiga | Unoccupied New Build - Main Image
¥48,800,000
Added 4 days ago

Ritto, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready House New Build Solar Panels Ecocute Modern House Renovated
2
184m²
112m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 3 min walk