Prefecture

Akiya Properties in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

3,370 properties available

About Yamaguchi

Yamaguchi (山口市 Yamaguchi-shi) is the capital of Yamaguchi prefecture, at the western tip of the island of Honshu, Japan. In the city, there is a beautiful Japanese town which flourished as "Kyoto in the West" during the Medieval Period.

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Yamaguchi Property Market Overview

3,370
Total Properties
¥33,000
Lowest Price
¥9,446,433
Average Price
¥38,800,000
Highest Price

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Yamaguchi

What is an akiya in Yamaguchi?

An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Yamaguchi has 3,370 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 Yamaguchi?

Yes, foreigners can freely purchase property in Yamaguchi 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 Yamaguchi.

How much do akiya cost in Yamaguchi?

Akiya prices in Yamaguchi currently range from approximately ¥33,000 (around $220 USD) to ¥38,800,000. The average listing price is around ¥9,446,433. 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 Yamaguchi?

Before purchasing an akiya in Yamaguchi, 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 Yamaguchi

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7SLDK House with Rental Income in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥34,800,000
Added 60 days ago

Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property Garden House Parking Rural
7
1,999m²
177m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 4 min walk
Shop House for Sale in Historic Hagi, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥4,000,000
Added 1229 days ago

Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Business Traditional House Business Renovation Project House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Near Shopping Quiet Area Historic Castle Town
4
74m²
73m²
5LDK Detached House for Sale in Shunan, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥10,000,000
Today

Shunan, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Suburban Quiet Area
5
244m²
154m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 51 min walk
2016 3SLDK House with Garden & 3 Parking in Hofu, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥22,800,000
Today

Hofu, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Garden House Modern House Terrace Parking Suburban Quiet Area
3
221m²
111m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 22 min walk
7-Bedroom House for Sale Near Sea in Hagi, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥2,000,000
Added 1 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Seaside Property Large Property Budget Friendly House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Renovated Rural Quiet Area
7
145m²
136m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 12 min walk
New 3LDK House in Shunan, Yamaguchi | 2025 Build | 101.25 sqm - Main Image
¥21,800,000
Added 1 days ago

Shunan, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready House New Build Gas Heating/Cooking Modern House Parking
3
196m²
101m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 14 min walk
8-Room Traditional House for Sale in Hagi with Mountain Views - Main Image
¥800,000
Added 1 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Panoramic View Well Water Septic System Quiet Area
8
184m²
158m²
4LDK House with Large Garden in Hagi, Yamaguchi for Sale - Main Image
¥2,000,000
Added 1 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Large Property Budget Friendly Garden House Rice Field Large Garden Parking Rural Quiet Area
4
885m²
138m²
Countryside Home with Farmland for Sale in Sanyo-Onoda, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥20,000,000
Added 1 days ago

Sanyo Onoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Farmhouse Large Property House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Rice Field Large Garden Septic System Storage Shed Rural
6
1,185m²
148m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 6 min walk
Traditional Kominka Farmhouse for Renovation with Rice Fields in Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥5,000,000
Added 1 days ago

Sanyo Onoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Farmhouse Renovation Project Land Only Large Property House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Rice Field Needs Renovation Septic System Rural
8
1,118m²
151m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 6 min walk
6LDK Traditional House for Sale in Hagi with Warehouse and Land - Main Image
¥1,400,000
Added 1 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property Budget Friendly House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Warehouse Parking Septic System Rural
6
624m²
151m²
Seaside 6DK House for Sale in Historic Hagi, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥2,000,000
Added 1 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Seaside Property Renovation Project House Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Duplex Panoramic View Waterfront Quiet Area Historic
6
93m²
90m²
poplar convenience store Poplar - 7 min walk
7DK Traditional Wooden House for Sale in Mine City, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥500,000
Added 2 days ago

Mine, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Duplex Parking Quiet Area
7
139m²
poplar convenience store Poplar - 24 min walk
6DK Rental House with Shop & Warehouse in Hagi, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥33,000
Added 2 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Rental House Traditional House Business Garden House Gas Heating/Cooking Warehouse Parking Septic System Rural
6
109m²
poplar convenience store Poplar - 27 min walk
4SLDK House for Sale in Shunan, Yamaguchi - 169.65 sqm Land - Main Image
¥11,900,000
Added 2 days ago

Shunan, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Quiet Area
4
170m²
109m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 6 min walk
1973 3DK Wooden House in Quiet Shimonoseki Neighborhood - Main Image
¥800,000
Added 2 days ago

Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Move-in Ready Garden House Gas Heating/Cooking Quiet Area
3
152m²
67m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 7 min walk
5DK Family House for Sale in Sanyo-Onoda, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥6,000,000
Added 2 days ago

Sanyo Onoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Near Station House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Duplex Quiet Area
5
86m²
87m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 3 min walk
5SLDK Detached House on 725sqm Land in Yamaguchi City - Main Image
¥14,000,000
Added 2 days ago

Yamaguchi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Large Property House Parking Suburban Quiet Area
5
725m²
138m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 8 min walk
7LDK Traditional House for Sale in Hagi, Yamaguchi - 463 sqm Land - Main Image
¥3,000,000
Added 2 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property House Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Duplex Parking Storage Shed Rural
7
463m²
223m²
8LDK Wooden House for Sale in Mine City, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥1,200,000
Added 2 days ago

Mine, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Duplex Rural Quiet Area
8
129m²
Renovated 5DK House for Sale in Sanyo-Onoda, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥8,800,000
Added 2 days ago

Sanyo Onoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Renovated Parking Quiet Area Historic
5
250m²
112m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 5 min walk
New 4LDK House in Shunan, Yamaguchi - Completion March 2026 - Main Image
¥38,800,000
Added 2 days ago

Shunan, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Garden Near Station House New Build Terrace New Construction Parking
4
249m²
115m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 3 min walk
2-Story 5DK House in Quiet Hagi, Yamaguchi - 500万円 - Main Image
¥5,000,000
Added 2 days ago

Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Seaside Property Budget Friendly House Corner Lot Duplex Quiet Area
5
102m²
112m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 7 min walk
6DK Detached House with Annex for Sale in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥5,500,000
Added 2 days ago

Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Large Property House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Well Water Quiet Area
6
612m²
170m²
poplar convenience store Poplar - 56 min walk
5DK RC House on 451 sqm Land in Tabuse, Yamaguchi - Main Image
¥8,900,000
Added 2 days ago

Tabuse, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Buy House Large Property Near Station House Parking Rural
5
451m²
133m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 16 min walk