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 $80,000 ...

The Australian couple plan to restore the property in the coming years as they transition into retirement. They say that integrating into the local community is a crucial part of being a homeowner in ...

Some newer houses around the country are barely wider than a common family car. From left, Takina Shimura and his parents, Tomoko Shimura and Yoshiki Shimura, in their compact house in Zushi, Japan, a ...

The number of vacant houses in Japan has surged to a record high of nine million – more than enough for each person in New York City – as the east Asian country continues to struggle with its ...

Soho House is adding a new location to their worldwide offerings with Soho House Tokyo set to open in 2026. Located in the city’s Aoyama district, Soho House Tokyo will become the fourth Soho House in ...

Looking for a beach getaway with a mix of traditional and modern Scandi-chic vibes? Travelers may be able to get both at a new coastal retreat in the works outside Tokyo, the Japanese capital. Anton ...

This is part of Reason's 2025 summer travel issue. Click here to read the rest of the issue. A three-story house tucked into a mere one-meter gap between tall buildings. A flower shop shaped like a ...