I Dream of Akiya

Ever thought about buying a home in Japan—or turning a countryside akiya into a cozy Airbnb?

I Dream of Akiya takes you inside the real-life stories of people chasing adventure, building homes, and creating new lives in Japan.

From charming rural villages to the heart of Osaka, we talk to folks who’ve bought vacant homes, started Airbnbs, and made the leap to live or invest abroad.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Could I really own a place in Japan?”—you’re in the right place.