The Japan Timesさんのインスタグラム写真 - (The Japan TimesInstagram)「Over the past decade, there has been a marked rise in interest from international buyers looking to purchase "akiya" — Japan’s abandoned or empty houses. Though many believe that the only way to live in an akiya is to purchase it outright, there is, in some cases, another option: renting. The rental market for akiya can vary wildly, and prospective tenants aren’t guaranteed to find super cheap properties, especially if you’re searching closer to a major city. But some have been able to find one for just ¥30,000 (around $200) a year. Read more with the link in our bio. 📸 @laurapollacco #japan #kochi #akiya #homes #japanesehouse #renovation #japantimes #日本 #高知 #高知県 #空き家 #空き家リノベーション #田舎 #ジャパンタイムズ #🏚」11月24日 16時43分