About Chubu
Chūbu (中部) is the central region of Japan's Honshu island, located at the border between West Japan and East Japan. There are many high-altitude mountains, such as Mount Fuji and the Japanese Alps. The food culture is different for each region.
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Chubu Property Market Overview
Statistics based on currently listed properties. Prices in Japanese Yen.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chubu
What is an akiya in Chubu?
An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Chubu has 21,780 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 Chubu?
Yes, foreigners can freely purchase property in Chubu 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 Chubu.
How much do akiya cost in Chubu?
Akiya prices in Chubu currently range from approximately ¥330,000 (around $2,200 USD) to ¥298,000,000. The average listing price is around ¥25,419,667. 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 Chubu?
Before purchasing an akiya in Chubu, 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 Chubu
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Tsu, Mie Prefecture
Circle K - 2 min walk
Toyama, Toyama Prefecture
Circle K - 5 min walk
Izu, Shizuoka Prefecture
Lawson - 6 min walk
Aoi, Shizuoka Prefecture
Mini Stop - 5 min walk
Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture
Tateyama, Toyama Prefecture
Lawson - 10 min walk
Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 12 min walk
Sakai, Fukui Prefecture
Lawson - 12 min walk
Nagano, Nagano Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 17 min walk
Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture
Daily Yamazaki - 25 min walk
Chino, Nagano Prefecture
Daily Yamazaki - 22 min walk
Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture
Family Mart - 4 min walk
Kawazu, Shizuoka Prefecture
Circle K - 20 min walk
Gujo, Gifu Prefecture
Circle K - 34 min walk
Azumino, Nagano Prefecture
Circle K - 4 min walk
Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 3 min walk
Akiba, Niigata Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 27 min walk
Tomi, Nagano Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 16 min walk
Sakai, Fukui Prefecture
Circle K - 1 min walk
Imizu, Toyama Prefecture
Family Mart - 7 min walk
Murakami, Niigata Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 28 min walk
Kamiichi, Toyama Prefecture
Family Mart - 17 min walk
Koshu, Yamanashi Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 9 min walk
Nirasaki, Yamanashi Prefecture
Seven Eleven - 20 min walk
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