Shu Matsuo Post
I help people buy and sell homes in Japan
I’m Shu, TED speaker, educator, real estate investor, founder of Post FI, co-founder of AkiyaHub.
Checkout the links below to learn more about how I can help YOU turn your Japanese real estate dreams into reality, or subscribe to watch the real-life stories of hundreds of others who I have helped already.
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Thinking about removing an old akiya building to start fresh? 🏚️⚠️
Before you tear down a cheap property, remember that demolition can change your property taxes, trigger unexpected asbestos survey costs, or even leave you with land you legally can't rebuild on!
Read more about it here: akiyahub.com/articles/renovate-or-demolish-akiya-j…
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Can you actually buy a move-in-ready, detached home in Japan for around $80,000 USD? Bree set out to find out. 🇯🇵🧳
Working in the travel industry, she needed a vacation home close to daily amenities and within two hours of a major airport so her sons could easily visit. Instead of taking on a major renovation project or a shared-wall condo, she looked for a managed process to find a traditional house with modern usability.
Full tour and story out now! See how her search went from TikTok dream to keys in hand.
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Buying an akiya in Japan can be affordable and exciting, but not every listing online is real, current, or purchasable. 🏠⚠️
With outdated posts, ghost agents, and unsettled inheritance titles, navigating unverified listings can lead to months of wasted effort.
Read more about it here:
akiyahub.com/application/articles/akiya-for-sale-i…
When browsing Japanese property listings online, which red flag would make you hesitate the most?
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Dreaming of a walkable, waterfront lifestyle in Japan? 🌊🏙️
Central Yokohama offers an engaging urban setting where historic port architecture, lush parks, and diverse dining scenes sit right outside your front door. If you prefer high-density apartment living with fast rail connections over a quiet suburban house, this coastal hub might be your ideal base.
Discover what to expect when exploring central Yokohama's coastal district:
akiyahub.com/application/articles/local-area-guide…
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Thinking about taking on a hands-on renovation project in Japan? 🔨🇯🇵
Many akiya buyers are excited to DIY their dream home, but older properties often hide complicated systems behind their walls. Here is where cosmetic DIY ends and where calling a qualified local professional becomes a must!
Read more about it here: akiyahub.com/application/articles/diy-vs-komuten-j…
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When I first got my Yokohama house back, it was completely trashed. Today, everything changes. 🗝️🛠️
You’ve watched every step of the journey, from calculating the initial damage to making tough choices about the renovation. Now that Shiozawa-san has wrapped up the work, I’m stepping inside to see the final result for the very first time.
The full final reveal is out now! You won't believe the transformation.
https://youtu.be/UCCWgUsJaGE
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Looking for direct Tokyo rail access with historic charm right outside your door? ⛩️🚃
Located roughly 30 kilometers south of central Tokyo in Saitama Prefecture, "Little Edo" Kawagoe offers the perfect mix of preserved history and modern suburban convenience.
Discover how station access, home sizes, and daily routines shift depending on where you choose to live in this city of 350,000 residents: akiyahub.com/application/articles/local-area-guide…
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Buying a cheap home in Japan is often far easier than selling it later! 📉🏡
A future buyer will not care what you paid, they will evaluate the home's condition, location, ongoing costs, and practical appeal. Building a clear exit strategy before making an offer ensures you understand the true risks behind a low purchase price.
Read more about it here:
akiyahub.com/application/articles/akiya-exit-strat…
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Trading hotel bookings for a home base in Japan. 🗝️🇯🇵
Derek and Kris built a deep connection to Japan over years of visits, ultimately choosing a family home in Narita while living in Hawaii. Now that the keys are in hand and Derek is actually living in the space, we're taking you inside to find out if the house matched their expectations.
Catch the new episode to see the full property!
https://youtu.be/mcjd8k5W6RM
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When you buy a home in Japan, unpacking is only the beginning, your next milestone is mastering the local waste system! ♻️🇯🇵
Unlike in many countries where trash is simply a municipal service, Japan’s strict garbage sorting is built around shared community responsibility and limited landfill space.
Learn all about it here:
akiyahub.com/application/articles/trash-collection…
Which aspect of Japan's local trash system would be the biggest adjustment for you as a new homeowner?
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