I was just about to ask about it. It's good that there was still some daylight when it happened. It probably helped people get set up a bit because power is out in some areas. My TV has it on all channels of course with the warnings screaming a few times as earthquakes hit... But I'm faraway in Kagoshima. It's good that you aren't in the area at the moment.
Congratulations on your another purchase! I really like your vids. Could you tell us how much do you think it would cost you additionally to bring it into a decent shape, please? Also, can we know the location? 😊
Technically you could live in it almost as is. But if you want to add a new kitchen, bathroom and some touch ups...I'm guessing 2 million yen. Kanazawa.
Yeah, it was just under 750,000en (Can't remember exact amount) including property tax, lawyer. So for a part of history and not that far from Kanazawa by car...it was a no brainer. The property itself cost about $3800 US.
I would buy this one in a heart beat. The layout is nice and its so clean and in good decent shape for that price. Plus its comfortable to live in now so improving it as u wish. Take your time or do over a couple months. You would have to daft not to grab it up.
@@KickAssets I am trying to get my house ready to sell in Australia. then I shall be looking in Wakayama area. Worked there for 3 months on a goat farm and loved it. the goats were OK, the farmer not so much HAHA! My problem is I am 73 and my chances of learning Japanese are remote, but I shall try my best to fit in. Thanks for your videos.
@@johnfenn That's a pretty awesome dream and story! My Aussie friends aren't enjoying their lives in Australia at the moment and also want to move here.
The House costs 600 000 Yen that's about 72000 South African Rands approximately 4000 American Dollars and it would cost about 2 million yen to renovate including bathroom etc that That's 240 000 South African Rand and approximately 14000 American Dollars..That's a total of +- 14400 Dollars invested and and +- 320000 South African Rand....What I'm interested in is How much would the Rental income be per month
Just as a home itself it's a great bargain. Renting out, 50,000en, you could try and get more if you are patient...but considering it's a house with parking....it's very cheap.
Donate them to homeless 😅 renovate and rent out most. This was an impulse buy because it was so cheap and had those ww2 caves. May renovate and rent this one too.
@@KickAssets I would have thought there wouldn't be much market for rentals in the areas you find akiya like this, they're so cheap it seems like if someone wanted to live in it they would just buy it
Great video along with your others. Is it hard to find renters? And if you do, does it take long? Some of these locations are not in central areas, if I'm not mistaken. Credit to you though. You put your heart and soul into these ventures.
@@robertgayst165 Thanks, I take one solid foot at a time. Most are centralish...but this one isn't Still need to get up there and add a new kitchen. Gonna be harder to rent out, but because it's cheap...I'm sure someone will want it.
Yo do you have any recommendations for getting residency in Japan without working in the country? I have enough cash to buy a place, fix it up and live in it, and income from other investments/remote work. But not like a millionaire. The only thing stopping me from doing this sort of thing is getting residency long-term but I haven't been able to figure out a way in
Yeah, that's the hardest part. Japan doesn't want to let the flood gates open. I am glad it's like that. You have have to come here and see if you can fit in first and eventually figure out a way to get a visa. There are ways, but it's definitely not easy, especially if rushed.
@@KickAssets How did you do it if you don't mind me asking? I think I saw another video you mentioned having an English school, did you enter on a teaching visa then pivot that into starting a business?
@@AussieFreekickerz Years and years in the making. Not easy. Came here on Holiday visa...worked my ass off...learnt the language...acclimated....got a job...got married...got permanent residency...kept at it....worked to fit in. 24 years now. So for someone to have a dream to come over in like 24 days...is extreme. TOo many click bait videos promoting how easy Japan is...it's not...HOWEVER...its totally worth it if you can pull it off.
I would highly recommend the Business Manager Visa. If you have the money just find a business you would be happy running, it can be online too for flexibility. Not sure but if you have enough investments you might be able turn the investments into a "business" if earned in a legal entity like a LLC possibly. I plan on using the Business Manager Visa to move to Japan in 2 years. I want to specialize in these Akiya and helping foreigners rent property which I was told can be a problem due to discrimination. I have also taken a keen interest in Laundry Mats.
@@dragonofparadise I was actually just looking at this recently, the requirements are pretty straightforward right - just 3m yen must be invested in the business? Do you know if it can be renewed easily?
Thanks for sharing this. Just wondering though how you will make money from this? I recently saw a 20 year old house in great condition for a really cheap price. I thought about buying it but I wasn't sure if I could make money from it. It's in the countryside and about 20 mins from the train station. It is though next to another town that is a major tourist place.
It's at a price where I don't really need a plan. You can rent it out....flip it (which I don't do) or just keep it for yourself. Land is land and one day, like other countries...everywhere will have value. Most people only see now and what's in front of them.
Thanks for your reply. Do you think that's true even for places like Kyushu where I live? The land here is excellent for farming (perhaps the second best place in Japan with Hokkaido being the first) but I wasn't sure about property. All the young people seem to want to go to Tokyo for job opportunities.@@KickAssets
@@garethnaylorartist Everyone has their opinion, but I prefer land over concrete. I think for the future. Besides when something is dirt cheap..what do you have to lose? :D Land is the most valuable toy on the planet, next to resources.
Tabarnack! That’s liveable!!!! Wow I can’t wait to snag mine solid find! Did you find this through a local connect or online ? ( not to pry but to better learn your searching ways sensei! )
A local agent let me have first dibs at it before they listed it...and honestly sometimes they dont even list. This is why it's important to have to good relationships with agents...something hard for regular foreigners to do with no Japanese. It's honestly a different world.
That's great !! So you got the house, so much potential!! Now I got to say this and I understand keeping budgets but I wish you would consider improving the washroom area. It's a place where a person gets clean and relaxes. The toilet room could use a new small strip of flooring. I don't know why but most old homes never have pleasant looking bathrooms lol Anyway this is a good deal 😂 You are the first video that I have watched since I have been awake this morning 2024 😊 I look forward to your future videos this year 😊😊❤
Been one hell of a year. Yeah I agree. Washroom is the most important thing to me. I dont love this washroom, but it's still usable. I will think about it as it's 1 million yen or so to upgrade.
Wow, I said 25K USD! I was so off, I would buy one today if my wife would let me! I have real estate in the US and Mexico, Japan has always been on my list to own :)
Yo Colin, that sounds deadass cheap, glad for you :D. But what if the government prices this thing way higher, what about taxes and fees, percentage wise? and in which area was this located again?
Thank you for opening my eyes to what is possible. This guy I follow said that the shake rattle and roll are coming your way again in a couple of days. I’ll include his title: 1/02/2024 -- New York City , Washington DC earthquakes, booms and rumbles - East Coast moving His a good guy when allowed to post. Blessings
congrats bro!!! we are the brown Canadians that randomly met you at Shibuya Crossing a couple of months ago. watching your vids... 5K for a house! GTFOH!!! nice bro... keep ballin!
Id love to come out and shadow you guys with a camera and make some badass content if you may be interested! I've gotta come out and explore some properties at some point soon! I am def looking for a cheaper side Akiya for me to overhaul myself.
Hey Colin, sick house. I love your videos! I'm landing in Japan next week. If you have a property for rent, or your looking for someone to renovate, photograph, get drone photos or find properties for your company; Id love to come work for you or Shu. I'd gladly pay something just to sit down and discuss business in Japan with either of you. I'll send you an email here today in this regard! Keep up the videos, hopefully I'll buy a home with your services one day!
Thanks! Only places available right now are in Kanazawa. This one eventually. I get quite a few requests for work, but I'm not sure if I make enough yet to support others...guess I need to expand more. Sometime in the future....lol
Yes. I gave a low of ¥2,000,000 and was thinking mostly about possible land value. I still think it's weird how it has steps down into the kitchen. The rooms look good, though... other than the kitchen. I hope things like the water heaters and septic are still good to go. How much per tsubo is land in that area? I'm wondering if you got it at the below market rate for just the land alone.
@@wendyon4517 It must be as it's not like it's 50 cents per tsubo. I don't trust market rates anyways as they are always way low..but also good for lower taxes.
@@KickAssets I don't remember whether you said it was 100 tsubo or not but it looks to be at least that. That would be ¥5,000 per tsubo. Is it well water or on a town pipe?
@@wendyon4517 I believe it's all normal piping. No septic tank whatsoever. It's not that remote. 25 min drive to Kanazawa station and 12 min drive to nearest station. JUst no transit....so 8KM walk if no car..
@@KickAssets Nice. When we built our house the water pipe ended at our property. Literally the last house in the city kind of thing. The pipe ended at the border to the next administrative area. We have city water but still have septic tanks.
And that reason is because you say so? You know how many places are that cheap in the area? Zero. The next lowest currently is 1.5 million and it's a dump. I live in reality, not propaganda :) Curious to know your reasoning and what propaganda you believe?
@@KickAssets I'm saying is cheap, and will remain cheap, there are structural reasons for this the Japanese economy none of which are going to change anytime soon. Just consider the price you paid, supply and demand the location has detrmined this. This was the case 20-30 years ago too and is only getting cheaper. Buying a house anything under $100k is cheap
@@charliecroker2541 All the houses I bought 10 years ago have at least doubled in price. Many areas are going up in value because even the Japanese people are seeing their value. It has more to do with location and potential propertry renovs if it's a tear down or if simple renos can solve the problem. 10 years ago there weren't so many Japanese into that however since corona some have changed their minds. There is a lot of competition in my area now. Some areas the prices are so low, that they cannot go anywhere but up eventually. But 5000 for a property 20 min drive from a bullet train station and in decent shape is crazy cheap. You'd have to go like 1-2 hrs from a station and the property would have to be in REALLY bad shape to get that price for the land alone. I know, I live it. No need to negative. Japan is an opportunity right now...and yes there are bad properties, but the risk is low since you aren't paying much. I'd be nervous about overpaying for a house for like million in the western countries cause that's a lot of pressure. Here you could buy land for really cheap and at least put a tent on it..there is no way to lose...especially since the taxes are so slow. No brainer.
@@charliecroker2541 Let's spread some love and at least be appreciative that there is at least one place on the planet where it's still affordable to buy your own piece of land. The only hard part is getting the visa.
There was just a big ass earthquake in the area of this house!!! Ishikawaken!
I was just about to ask about it. It's good that there was still some daylight when it happened. It probably helped people get set up a bit because power is out in some areas.
My TV has it on all channels of course with the warnings screaming a few times as earthquakes hit... But I'm faraway in Kagoshima. It's good that you aren't in the area at the moment.
I wanted to wish you and the area a speedy recovery. I hope that the damage is none or minor.
Saw it in the news this morning, how's everything?
@@Maer-si Might be ok. The news likes fear mongering more than anything. Obviously not perfect, but not THAT bad.
@@williamburkhead629 Me too, but most things are ok. My friends up there are ok.
How much would it cost to refurbish the Home in order to sell or Rent out. How much would be the rental income pet month
Under 2m to renovate, but maybe just keep showerroom as is...and just new kitchen. Rent not much....maybe 50,000en or so
damn it's a gem find
It sure is. Insane to be honest.
How did you find the properties for sale? Anya bank? Or real estate agent?
AtHome and other websites. Some AkiyaBanks. Some agents.
Did you use a real estate broker and do an inspection or was it sold as-is no seller liability clause?
The place was so cheap that judging by eye was good enough 😂 as is but through agent.🎉😊
Congratulations on your another purchase! I really like your vids. Could you tell us how much do you think it would cost you additionally to bring it into a decent shape, please? Also, can we know the location? 😊
Technically you could live in it almost as is. But if you want to add a new kitchen, bathroom and some touch ups...I'm guessing 2 million yen. Kanazawa.
@@KickAssets Thanks for the reply & your estimate. I hope everything is okay with regards to the earthquake. Happy New Year!🐉
@@MrFear121 Thanks, I hope so too.
How did you find this house?
Right place, right time. Meeting the right agent and making friends. Agent gave me first dibs, before they listed it.
Was the $5000 all inclusive of all costs? And how much do you think the renovations will cost..
Yeah, it was just under 750,000en (Can't remember exact amount) including property tax, lawyer. So for a part of history and not that far from Kanazawa by car...it was a no brainer. The property itself cost about $3800 US.
That's crazy.... Like you said, it's almost FREE
I would buy this one in a heart beat. The layout is nice and its so clean and in good decent shape for that price. Plus its comfortable to live in now so improving it as u wish. Take your time or do over a couple months. You would have to daft not to grab it up.
Yup, it was a no-brainer. Believe it or not, some said they'd pass on it in the comments of the original viewing video.
How much In repair cost for everything are you estimating?
I'm thinking 2.5 million yen at most and that's assuming I do everything. Don't really need to do bathroom as thats expensive. Maybe just new kitchen.
What prefecture are you in? Are you a permanent resident?
I am in Saitama. Of course I am PR :) Been here 25 years. This house is in Kanazawa tho.
@@KickAssets I am trying to get my house ready to sell in Australia. then I shall be looking in Wakayama area. Worked there for 3 months on a goat farm and loved it. the goats were OK, the farmer not so much HAHA! My problem is I am 73 and my chances of learning Japanese are remote, but I shall try my best to fit in. Thanks for your videos.
@@johnfenn That's a pretty awesome dream and story! My Aussie friends aren't enjoying their lives in Australia at the moment and also want to move here.
The House costs 600 000 Yen that's about 72000 South African Rands approximately 4000 American Dollars and it would cost about 2 million yen to renovate including bathroom etc that That's 240 000 South African Rand and approximately 14000 American Dollars..That's a total of +- 14400 Dollars invested and and +- 320000 South African Rand....What I'm interested in is How much would the Rental income be per month
Just as a home itself it's a great bargain. Renting out, 50,000en, you could try and get more if you are patient...but considering it's a house with parking....it's very cheap.
Hi Collins where are you in Japan?
Saitama mainly.
@@KickAssets thank you please create more videos, I am from Canada too
@@djhustle7173 Awesome! Will do! :) What part?
@@KickAssets Calgary Alberta
@@djhustle7173 Cool...I mean cold :) Go Flames haha
Do you do anything with these like renovate and lease out or just collect them like Pokemon?
Donate them to homeless 😅 renovate and rent out most. This was an impulse buy because it was so cheap and had those ww2 caves. May renovate and rent this one too.
@@KickAssets I would have thought there wouldn't be much market for rentals in the areas you find akiya like this, they're so cheap it seems like if someone wanted to live in it they would just buy it
You'd think but some people don't want to own. Or can't even save 1m yen.@AaronBonBarron
Great video along with your others.
Is it hard to find renters? And if you do, does it take long? Some of these locations are not in central areas, if I'm not mistaken.
Credit to you though. You put your heart and soul into these ventures.
@@robertgayst165 Thanks, I take one solid foot at a time. Most are centralish...but this one isn't Still need to get up there and add a new kitchen. Gonna be harder to rent out, but because it's cheap...I'm sure someone will want it.
Yo do you have any recommendations for getting residency in Japan without working in the country? I have enough cash to buy a place, fix it up and live in it, and income from other investments/remote work. But not like a millionaire. The only thing stopping me from doing this sort of thing is getting residency long-term but I haven't been able to figure out a way in
Yeah, that's the hardest part. Japan doesn't want to let the flood gates open. I am glad it's like that. You have have to come here and see if you can fit in first and eventually figure out a way to get a visa. There are ways, but it's definitely not easy, especially if rushed.
@@KickAssets How did you do it if you don't mind me asking? I think I saw another video you mentioned having an English school, did you enter on a teaching visa then pivot that into starting a business?
@@AussieFreekickerz Years and years in the making. Not easy. Came here on Holiday visa...worked my ass off...learnt the language...acclimated....got a job...got married...got permanent residency...kept at it....worked to fit in. 24 years now. So for someone to have a dream to come over in like 24 days...is extreme. TOo many click bait videos promoting how easy Japan is...it's not...HOWEVER...its totally worth it if you can pull it off.
I would highly recommend the Business Manager Visa. If you have the money just find a business you would be happy running, it can be online too for flexibility. Not sure but if you have enough investments you might be able turn the investments into a "business" if earned in a legal entity like a LLC possibly. I plan on using the Business Manager Visa to move to Japan in 2 years. I want to specialize in these Akiya and helping foreigners rent property which I was told can be a problem due to discrimination. I have also taken a keen interest in Laundry Mats.
@@dragonofparadise I was actually just looking at this recently, the requirements are pretty straightforward right - just 3m yen must be invested in the business? Do you know if it can be renewed easily?
so cool! Can't wait to move to Japan and be a home owner there! Great content brother!
That's a great goal...to live in a great country :)
Happy new year and Congrats ! that was a great find .
Thanks! Happy new year!
Thanks for sharing this. Just wondering though how you will make money from this? I recently saw a 20 year old house in great condition for a really cheap price. I thought about buying it but I wasn't sure if I could make money from it. It's in the countryside and about 20 mins from the train station. It is though next to another town that is a major tourist place.
It's at a price where I don't really need a plan. You can rent it out....flip it (which I don't do) or just keep it for yourself. Land is land and one day, like other countries...everywhere will have value. Most people only see now and what's in front of them.
Thanks for your reply. Do you think that's true even for places like Kyushu where I live? The land here is excellent for farming (perhaps the second best place in Japan with Hokkaido being the first) but I wasn't sure about property. All the young people seem to want to go to Tokyo for job opportunities.@@KickAssets
@@garethnaylorartist Everyone has their opinion, but I prefer land over concrete. I think for the future. Besides when something is dirt cheap..what do you have to lose? :D Land is the most valuable toy on the planet, next to resources.
That's what I'm thinking. I think it's more secure than investing. Thanks for your replies.@@KickAssets
Tabarnack! That’s liveable!!!! Wow I can’t wait to snag mine solid find! Did you find this through a local connect or online ? ( not to pry but to better learn your searching ways sensei! )
A local agent let me have first dibs at it before they listed it...and honestly sometimes they dont even list. This is why it's important to have to good relationships with agents...something hard for regular foreigners to do with no Japanese. It's honestly a different world.
@@KickAssets 確かにそうですね！ ありがとうございます😊 thanks for the reply!!
@@SamuraiRyosuke どういたしまして！明けましておめでとうございます。
What a steal! Where is this one located? I've been looking much more south like Okayama/Shikoku region.
I love Okayama. This is Ishikawa ken.
10:07 love the GnR sticker on the door.... in rural Japan. doko wa?
I didn't even notice that! 25 min drive from Kanazawa station in Kanazawa shi
That's great !! So you got the house, so much potential!! Now I got to say this and I understand keeping budgets but I wish you would consider improving the washroom area. It's a place where a person gets clean and relaxes. The toilet room could use a new small strip of flooring. I don't know why but most old homes never have pleasant looking bathrooms lol Anyway this is a good deal 😂 You are the first video that I have watched since I have been awake this morning 2024 😊 I look forward to your future videos this year 😊😊❤
Been one hell of a year. Yeah I agree. Washroom is the most important thing to me. I dont love this washroom, but it's still usable. I will think about it as it's 1 million yen or so to upgrade.
Yeah!! 😊
Everything ok over there???
Maybe. lol
@@KickAssets just take care!
Wow, I said 25K USD! I was so off, I would buy one today if my wife would let me! I have real estate in the US and Mexico, Japan has always been on my list to own :)
Yeah, it should be around 25K US, but I got really lucky.
@@KickAssets I've seen some in Kameoka and Nantan City for 30K or less. I need to make a good strategic buy like you!
Yo Colin, that sounds deadass cheap, glad for you :D. But what if the government prices this thing way higher, what about taxes and fees, percentage wise? and in which area was this located again?
Kanazawa. Taxes are less than 30,000 a year. :)
@@KickAssets30000 yen or usd?
@@DGT_Catvenomyen
Hey! How are you doing? Is everything is fine?
I am OK, but many people are not. I am sure we will get through it.
Thank you for opening my eyes to what is possible. This guy I follow said that the shake rattle and roll are coming your way again in a couple of days. I’ll include his title:
1/02/2024 -- New York City , Washington DC earthquakes, booms and rumbles - East Coast moving
His a good guy when allowed to post.
Blessings
Thanks! Yeah, life must go on no matter what.
congrats bro!!! we are the brown Canadians that randomly met you at Shibuya Crossing a couple of months ago. watching your vids... 5K for a house! GTFOH!!! nice bro... keep ballin!
Now at least you know I wasn't BSing you. hahaha Of course I remember you Molson Canadians! :)
Id love to come out and shadow you guys with a camera and make some badass content if you may be interested! I've gotta come out and explore some properties at some point soon! I am def looking for a cheaper side Akiya for me to overhaul myself.
Thanks lol :)
You are smart to keep going. Hope you make 20 in 2024.
20! Hahaha I wish. That seems crazy...but then again...getting 5 this year was insane and something I could have never predicted.
Hey Colin, sick house. I love your videos! I'm landing in Japan next week. If you have a property for rent, or your looking for someone to renovate, photograph, get drone photos or find properties for your company; Id love to come work for you or Shu. I'd gladly pay something just to sit down and discuss business in Japan with either of you.
I'll send you an email here today in this regard! Keep up the videos, hopefully I'll buy a home with your services one day!
Thanks! Only places available right now are in Kanazawa. This one eventually. I get quite a few requests for work, but I'm not sure if I make enough yet to support others...guess I need to expand more. Sometime in the future....lol
After all the guessing on the price in viewing video...no one was even close. :) The final price was 600,000 yen.
Yes. I gave a low of ¥2,000,000 and was thinking mostly about possible land value. I still think it's weird how it has steps down into the kitchen. The rooms look good, though... other than the kitchen. I hope things like the water heaters and septic are still good to go.
How much per tsubo is land in that area? I'm wondering if you got it at the below market rate for just the land alone.
@@wendyon4517 It must be as it's not like it's 50 cents per tsubo. I don't trust market rates anyways as they are always way low..but also good for lower taxes.
@@KickAssets I don't remember whether you said it was 100 tsubo or not but it looks to be at least that. That would be ¥5,000 per tsubo. Is it well water or on a town pipe?
@@wendyon4517 I believe it's all normal piping. No septic tank whatsoever. It's not that remote. 25 min drive to Kanazawa station and 12 min drive to nearest station. JUst no transit....so 8KM walk if no car..
@@KickAssets Nice. When we built our house the water pipe ended at our property. Literally the last house in the city kind of thing. The pipe ended at the border to the next administrative area. We have city water but still have septic tanks.
those are tunnels.
Tunnels to China? :D
@@KickAssets Not recommended. ;)
@@TheBillaro I am half way there ... Hope this message received you well. :)
It is cheap and will remain cheap like so many other places in Japan. There are good reasons for this
And that reason is because you say so? You know how many places are that cheap in the area? Zero. The next lowest currently is 1.5 million and it's a dump. I live in reality, not propaganda :)
Curious to know your reasoning and what propaganda you believe?
@@KickAssets I'm saying is cheap, and will remain cheap, there are structural reasons for this the Japanese economy none of which are going to change anytime soon. Just consider the price you paid, supply and demand the location has detrmined this. This was the case 20-30 years ago too and is only getting cheaper. Buying a house anything under $100k is cheap
@@charliecroker2541 All the houses I bought 10 years ago have at least doubled in price. Many areas are going up in value because even the Japanese people are seeing their value. It has more to do with location and potential propertry renovs if it's a tear down or if simple renos can solve the problem. 10 years ago there weren't so many Japanese into that however since corona some have changed their minds. There is a lot of competition in my area now. Some areas the prices are so low, that they cannot go anywhere but up eventually. But 5000 for a property 20 min drive from a bullet train station and in decent shape is crazy cheap. You'd have to go like 1-2 hrs from a station and the property would have to be in REALLY bad shape to get that price for the land alone. I know, I live it. No need to negative. Japan is an opportunity right now...and yes there are bad properties, but the risk is low since you aren't paying much. I'd be nervous about overpaying for a house for like million in the western countries cause that's a lot of pressure. Here you could buy land for really cheap and at least put a tent on it..there is no way to lose...especially since the taxes are so slow. No brainer.
@@KickAssets Good for you
@@charliecroker2541 Let's spread some love and at least be appreciative that there is at least one place on the planet where it's still affordable to buy your own piece of land. The only hard part is getting the visa.