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Hokkaido (北海道 Hokkaidō) is the northernmost of Japan's four main islands and at the same time a prefecture. With both size and population (5.3 million in 2019) similar to Scotland, it is the most sparsely populated part of Japan. Home to Japan's native Ainu people, Hokkaido continues to represent the untamed wilderness with many great national parks.
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Lawson - 2 min walk
Seicomart - 6 min walk / 1 min drive
Sunkus - 2 min walk
Seicomart - 1 min walk
Seven Eleven - 6 min walk / 1 min drive
Seicomart - 2 min walk
Seven Eleven - 1 min walk
Seicomart - 2 min walk
Seven Eleven - 5 min walk / 1 min drive
Seicomart - 3 min walk
Lawson - 4 min walk / 1 min drive
Lawson - 28 min walk / 6 min drive
Lawson - 3 min walk
Seven Eleven - 3 min walk
Seicomart - 21 min walk / 4 min drive
Seicomart - 21 min walk / 4 min drive
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An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Hokkaido has 13,750 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 Hokkaido 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 Hokkaido.
Akiya prices in Hokkaido 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 Hokkaido, 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.
