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I help foreigners discover and buy Akiya – vacant houses full of charm and potential.

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Kotaro Matsuyama

Kotaro Matsuyama (松山浩太朗)

Bilingual Akiya Consultant

I work directly with local agents to find hidden listings, and guide you through the entire process in English – from search to purchase.

Whether you're after a peaceful getaway, a fixer-upper, or a new adventure in Japan, I'm here to help.

Experience

5+ years in Japanese real estate market

Languages

English and Japanese

Locations

All prefectures across Japan

The Challenge Foreigners Face

Japanese Traditional House
1

Language Barriers

Complex legal documents and negotiations conducted entirely in Japanese.

2

Complex Procedures

Navigating Japanese real estate laws, regulations, and bureaucratic processes.

3

Hidden Listings

The best properties are often not advertised publicly and require local connections.

Our services

From discovery to contract, I guide you through every step of acquiring your dream Akiya property in Japan.

Akiya Search

Support you discover properties across Japan — including some that may not be widely advertised online.

  • ✓Access to nationwide property listings
  • ✓Connections with experienced agents
  • ✓Personalized property search based on your criteria

Viewing Arrangement

Support coordinate property viewings across Japan. You can visit homes directly through the local agent, or we can visit on your behalf and provide a video tour.

  • ✓In-person or remote viewing coordination
  • ✓Video tours available upon request
  • ✓Additional travel fee applies if we attend — often cheaper than flying in yourself

Contract & Pre-Contract

Guide you through every step before and during the contract — from preparing documents, to handling payments and making sure everything is legally sound.

  • ✓Preparation of necessary documents for signing
  • ✓Contract review, translation, and explanation
  • ✓Payment coordination and document submission

Post-Purchase

Ongoing support after your purchase — from connecting you with renovation contractors to assisting with utilities setup and local property services.

  • ✓Renovation contractor referrals
  • ✓Guidance & support for utility setup (with proxy options)
  • ✓Referrals for property management and maintenance

Smooth Purchase Solution

We may purchase the property first and transfer it to you to overcome local restrictions.

  • ✓Bridge purchases to overcome local restrictions
  • ✓Ensure smoother communication and faster approvals
  • ✓Final price may be higher due to handling costs

Service Details

Professional Akiya property services for foreign buyers

Akiya Direct – Service Details

1. Commitment Fee (Property Verification)

¥30,000 Roughly $200 USD (initial fee)
  • • Includes verification of up to 10 properties (our recommendations + your suggestions; foreign buyer eligibility check).
  • • Valid for 3 months from the contract date; renewal ¥30,000 after expiration.
  • • From the 11th property onward: ¥3,000 per property.
  • • Calls/Video calls are possible; chat recommended.
  • • Verification primarily by phone; some companies reply via email and may take several days.

2. Property Viewing

¥50,000 Roughly $340 USD (up to 2 days) + travel expenses
  • • Online viewing available.
  • • Depending on schedule/location, viewings may not be possible even with travel costs covered.
  • • Additional costs may apply for remote areas (to be discussed during property search).

3. Service Fee (Contract Support)

¥170,000
Roughly $1,140 USD (due at contract signing)
Includes:
  • • Property due diligence
  • • Contract negotiation & execution
  • • Document support
  • • Settlement & handover coordination
  • • Additional fees may apply if unexpected costs arise.

4. Other Costs (Client's Responsibility)

  • • Overseas remittance fees & exchange costs (payments in JPY)
  • • Shipping fees for documents
  • • Revenue stamps

Additional Notes

  • • Standard brokerage fee applies; judicial scrivener is designated.
  • • Not all properties are available for foreign buyers.
  • • LOI to settlement: up to ~1 month (≈3 weeks expected). Ensure financial readiness.
  • • We are not responsible if a property is sold to another buyer or price changes unexpectedly.
  • • Some sellers refuse sales to foreigners; this risk cannot be eliminated.

Important Disclaimers

• No Refund Policy
All service fees are non-refundable once paid.
• Professional Status
I am not a licensed real estate agent; I provide consulting/coordination only.
• Scope & Legal Responsibility
Consultation, research, coordination only — no legal responsibility for transactions.
• Information Accuracy
Details may change without notice; verify independently.
• Third-Party Services
Not responsible for actions or quality of third parties.
• Market Conditions
Clients are responsible for understanding current laws/conditions.
• Communication Limitations
English proficiency of local parties not guaranteed.

By engaging our services, you agree to these terms and disclaimers.

Akiya Journey Premium – Service Details

1. Commitment Fee (Property Check)

¥30,000 Roughly $200 USD
  • • Scope: eligibility & condition check
  • • Up to 10 properties (combined)
  • • Valid 3 months; renewal ¥30,000
  • • From 11th property: ¥3,000 each
  • • Calls/video OK, chat recommended
  • • Phone-based checks; some agencies require email (may take days)

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