What is an Akiya?

空き家　あきや　

Otherwise known as a "Vacant-house" in Japan.

Though the word "house" is used the property is not limited to a house.

We often imagine old, traditional houses however that is not always the case.

These properties are everywhere in Japan from the metropolitan to rural country areas.

RHC is here to bring life back where it was once lost.

Purchasing your piece of Japan

Akiya are everywhere in Japan ranging from 0 yen properties which require demolition all the way to 35 million properties which are all set and ready to go.

Set a consultation with us, give us your needs and requirements and we will look for your very own piece of Japan.

Needs and requirements include:

Price range
Room arrangements
Years since completion
Climate/weather
Surrounding areas
Purpose of use

Utilizing Akiya

Let us help you start a business in your Akiya Airbnb, guest houses, ateliers etc

We provide support such as:

Corporate registration
Tax return
Visa acquisition
Account opening

Not quite there yet?

If you have an idea but not sure how to realize it just yet, tell us and we will give you a hand with materializing your dream.

We always want to meet new people.

How can RHC help me start a business?

Every member of RHC is well-versed in started a business in Japan. We provide support such as: Corporate registration Tax return Visa acquisition Account opening Navigating each step comes with its own challenges with the Japanese government and its labyrinthine processes. The process will take 5-8 months depending on how well the documents are prepared, it will also depend on how blocked up the legal and immigration system is at the time. Give yourselves enough time for us and breathing room for your new venture.
What can RHC do for me?

RHC is striving to evolve at every single turn. Therefore we will continue to change overtime. Currently, we operate as a an Information/Service provider hub. RHC provides selected Akiya property listings according to the requirements that clients give us in our consultation. We then provide additional services if required, such as: Tax-assistance (Third-party) Legal-assistance (Third-party) Renovation (Third-party) Please contact us directly for more information.
Why don't I just go directly to a Japanese Real Estate?

The Japanese government requires all Real Estate agents to take a flat commission on the sales price which results in a lack of financial motivation to touch "Akiya". The market in Japan has not yet evolved enough to deal with the increasing supply. Therefore, the prices remains comparatively low to foreign domestic real estate markets. There is also the matter of the "Language Barrier" which most Real Estate Agencies struggle to cover.
How much are your services?

RHC strives to meet every unique clients needs which comes out to a different price point. Please contact us directly for more information on our packages.
Why are there so many "Vacant houses"?

Japan has a population problem leading to an oversupply of dwellings. Most of these Vacant houses are also located in the countryside and/or suburban areas which are far from central business districts. Don't be mistake, there are Vacant houses in urban areas as well, however, are high in demand.
Why don't the locals buy Akiya if they are so affordable?

This is a great question. It is because it is the Japanese culture to build new. It is also because the existence of "Akiya" is known but many have a distain for it as the image of "Akiya" isn't so great.
If there are so many properties, why don't I just take my time?

We always encourage clients to think well, think deep and to do their own research as well. Make no mistake, the market is heating up and everyday many new and existing properties disappear in a heartbeat.
Can't I find "Akiya" using Public Government listings?

Yes, you can and quite easily as well. There are an unfathomable number of public databases in Japanese which you can look at yourself. However, there are also private databases which are may not be accessible normally.
I found a dream property but the Real Estate Agent pushed me away...

We have to understand that Japan is still a relatively closed country and society. There are often times where a property have "conditions" that the agent is asked to follow by the owner/seller. RHC filters out all those properties and communicate and/or negotiate directly with the agent and owner/seller so you don't have to.
What's the Catch 22?

There will be property which is listed for as low as 100 yen. Don't be lured in by such a price without preparing yourself for massive financial burden which may or may not come from: Garbage cleaning Insane renovation REQUIRED DEMOLITION by the Government This is just a quit example as every example is different. If the price is too good to be true, then it is. Don't let it catch you off guard. RHC is here to help you navigate all that.