Insights

Aerial view of Awaji Island coastline showing sandy beach, seawall, and Seto Inland Sea, Hyogo Prefecture Japan
Insights , Investment Strategy & Consulting

Japan’s Growing Ocean Interest: What It Means for Coastal Property Investment

Author : Mark Smith

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Insights , Investment Strategy & Consulting

Strategic Investment Opportunities in Japan’s Real Estate Market

Author : Mark Smith

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Mark Smith - Smith Realty Japan
Insights , Investment Strategy & Consulting , Reform & Renovation

Custom Real Estate Consulting in Japan: Beyond Standard Solutions

Author : Mark Smith

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Insights , Kominka & Heritage Properties

Discovering Nushima: A Hidden Island Gem Near Awaji with Century-Old Kominka Charm

Author : Mark Smith

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Insights , Investment Strategy & Consulting , Reform & Renovation

Engineering Success in Kawanishi: Japan Property Remediation

Author : Mark Smith

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Interior of a high-grade 70-year-old Japanese kominka reflecting wealthy original ownership — layered tatami rooms, folding screens, and quality traditional fittings
Insights , Kominka & Heritage Properties

The Difference Between Kominka, Minka, and Akiya

Author : Mark Smith

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Weathered two-storey kominka exterior in a Japanese fishing village showing original tile roof and aged timber facade
Insights , Kominka & Heritage Properties

Restoring a 100-Year-Old Kominka

Author : Mark Smith

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Builder and architect conducting pre-design site inspection of overgrown land parcel at Vista Wellmina Villa, Awajishima
Building a Custom Home in Japan , Insights , Project

Awaji Island Project

Author : Mark Smith

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