Architect Rei Mitsui drew inspiration from ancient structures to create a two-winged home with a sunken living area and a ...

Among these, wooden structures built before 1965 are referred to as "kominka" (traditional Japanese houses), and it is feared that around 10,000 of these are vacant and may fall into ruin.

Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama and his wife Hila convinced the owners of an abandoned Japanese farmer’s house to allow them to transform it into a guest house back in 2012.

OSAKA, Japan >> Through various collaborative efforts, traditional Japanese crafts such as washi (Japanese paper), textiles ...

In that sense, not all is lost for Akiya. In many cases these Akiya are sold for cheap, causing people to flock from abroad and buy the houses to turn them into cafes, hotels, or even family homes ...

Japan's cheap houses are drawing a large buzz of attention around the world. While they offer a great match for some, they may not be a fit for everyone.

Matt Guy moved to Japan in 2023 and bought a traditional house in a ski town for $6,000. He lives in the two-story house — that was built in the '60s — with his Japanese partner.

On the coast of Japan, southwest of Tokyo, it’s possible to buy a little house with a view of the ocean for $37,000. In Kyoto, you can buy a house in walking distance from historic temples for ...

Tiny house design and traditional Japanese aesthetics go hand in hand, and this brand-new house on wheels proves it. A true masterclass in contemporary Japanese-inspired minimalism, the Australian ...