Property in Kansai, Japan

Akiya Properties in Kansai Region, Japan

24,350 properties +200 this week

Kansai (関西) is the western region of the main Japanese island of Honshu, second only to Kanto region of Eastern Japan in population. The area is also known as Kinki (近畿) District, literally "near the capital" (referring to ancient capital Nara and Kyoto), and its three big cities - Kyoto (京都), Osaka (大阪), and Kobe (神戸) - as Keihanshin (京阪神).

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Map outline of Kansai, Japan

Kansai

Market Overview

24,350
Total Listings
¥4,500,000
From
¥26,046,000
Average
¥118,000,000
Up to

Properties in Kansai

Showing 30 of 24,350

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Garden Renovated +3
5
152m²
103m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 7 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Business Renovation Project +3
5
64m²
131m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden +4
4
232m²
186m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 9 min walk / 2 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden +4
4
111m²
96m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 7 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Move-in Ready +3
3
53m²
62m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 3 min walk

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Ocean View Panoramic View +4
2
100m²
98m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden +4
7
509m²
183m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden +4
217m²
85m²
sunkus convenience store Sunkus - 6 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Near Station +3
3
43m²
66m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 8 min walk / 2 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Near Station +4
3
34m²
49m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Near Station +3
4
88m²
66m²
mini_stop convenience store Mini Stop - 6 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Renovated +3
4
103m²
93m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 6 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Corner Lot Renovated +2
5
107m²
129m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 2 min walk

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Near Station +3
3
134m²
93m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 6 min walk / 1 min drive

Tarumi, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden +4
3
176m²
125m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 11 min walk / 2 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Garden Terrace +3
4
144m²
124m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 5 min walk / 1 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Rural +1
3
120m²
96m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 13 min walk / 3 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Near Station +3
4
122m²
107m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 2 min walk

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Corner Lot Rural +2
5
298m²
117m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 11 min walk / 2 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Rural +2
4
123m²
94m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Gas Heating/Cooking +4
4
78m²
68m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Rural +2
4
267m²
146m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 3 min walk

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Renovation Project +3
9
228m²
208m²
poplar convenience store Poplar - 3 min walk

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Rural +2
5
166m²
70m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 16 min walk / 3 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Corner Lot +3
4
102m²
105m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Higashinada, Hyogo Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Near Station +5
4
73m²
92m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 1 min walk

Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture

Buy Apartment Move-in Ready Near Station +3
3
80m²
family_mart convenience store Family Mart - 2 min walk

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Near Station +4
6
265m²
158m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 4 min walk / 1 min drive

Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Gas Heating/Cooking +2
267m²
723m²

Fukuchiyama, Kyoto Prefecture

Buy Land Corner Lot Suburban +1
132m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 7 min walk / 1 min drive
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What is an akiya in Kansai?

An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Kansai has 24,350 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 Kansai?

Yes, foreigners can freely purchase property in Kansai 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 Kansai.

How much do akiya cost in Kansai?

Akiya prices in Kansai 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.

What should I know before buying an akiya in Kansai?

Before purchasing an akiya in Kansai, 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.