Japan, home to 125 million people, faces a significant issue with 9 million abandoned homes. Contributing factors include a declining population and intense urbanization. To address this, the government has launched initiatives leading to the emergence of numerous services aimed at assisting potential buyers.

For foreigners, this situation opens up opportunities to acquire inexpensive holiday homes, which can also serve as side businesses through platforms like Airbnb.

Notably, Japan allows foreigners to purchase property without requiring a long-term visa; even those on a tourist visa can buy a house.