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In this YouTube monologue, the speaker explains Japan’s growing issue of akiyas—abandoned, extremely cheap, or even free houses. He attributes the surge to Japan’s rapidly aging population and high mortality, which leaves many properties vacant. Additionally, cultural concerns about social status cause heirs to reject houses tied to poorer neighborhoods, further increasing the supply. The speaker cites reports that over 8 million such properties are being offered by the government, sometimes for free or at nominal prices, highlighting the scale of the problem.
