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AKIYA2.0 in the news

MAY 13, 2026

The Amazaki Tea House is now fully restored and ready!

Step into what a Japanese country holiday home should be. Warmth, natural materials, and the comfort of a 5 star hotel in Amazaki village, Omishima island. The kitchen is a visual feast: wood, cane, and polished concrete promise meals, wine, and laughter from happy groups to come. A second bedroom welcomes guests with simple, yet comfortable, full-size beds and a garden view. Breathe in the fresh fragrance of a real hinoki bath as you soak your tired body after a long journey. The living room converts to a 3rd bedroom for larger families. Old wood from the last century artistically blends with new timbers - symbolizing regeneration and recovery. Morning coffee on the porch, listening to the forest birds singing all around you. Welcome to the collective sensory experience which is the Tea House, part of the Hinoki Stays "Villas & Cottages" collection produced by AKIYA2.0

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APR 21, 2026

Making of the Hinoki Deck and Fence

Now that the interior of the house is complete, we have moved on to crafting the Hinoki deck and fence. The team at AKIYA2.0 helped stain approximately 200 Hinoki boards before our builders assembled them, a demanding 5-day process, but one well worth the effort. The black-stained Hinoki deck runs the length of the house façade and provides visual balance, like a row of teeth in the human face. Likewise, the privacy fence along the side provides the "hair" to complete the picture. Certainly both together make the cottage look more substantial and inviting. Even our neighbours want to sit on the deck enjoying a cup of coffee with us in the morning sun! Visual balance can transform a cottage renovation from being just a repair to instead becoming a place of beauty that guests want to stay at - all of which improves the bottom line. No traditional Japanese home is complete without an engawa, but because we widened the bedrooms to accommodate Cal-King size beds, the simple addition of a table and chairs for alfresco breakfast means that the deck now serves as an interesting indoor-outdoor "engawa". A fusion of sorts, of Japanese and western concepts, that creates a delightful and relaxed guest experience. Next, we’re ready to begin the landscaping! Music via ArtList: Aves - Sparks

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APR 20, 2026

Exclusive Interview with Judicial Scrivener Ohki Shigetaka on Akiya Purchases

AKIYA2.0 has worked closely with judicial scrivener Ohki Shigetaka since 2024, supporting buyers through the legal side of akiya (vacant home) transactions in Japan. We have interviewed Ohki-sensei in an exclusive that sheds light on the realities of property registration, title transfers, and compliance. These are areas that often create confusion for buyers, especially those entering the Japanese real estate market for the first time. In the interview, Ohki Shigetaka shares clear, practical insights on what buyers should pay attention to and where risks can arise. It is a piece that stands out for its depth and relevance, particularly for anyone considering an akiya purchase. Don’t miss out!! It offers a grounded understanding of the legal steps involved and helps build confidence when navigating property transactions in Japan.

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FEB 20, 2026

AMAZAKI COTTAGE RENOVATION PROJECT UPDATE

As the renovation of the Amazaki Cottage enters its final stage, the interior begins to reveal its quiet character. The mortar kitchen base has been carefully laid, now resting as it awaits its micro-cement finish. Stone tiles are set in place, preparing an alcove that will soon hold a Hinoki bathtub, where the warmth and scent of wood will meet cool stone. Throughout the house, handmade Maira-do, Fusuma, and Shoji doors have been installed — each one crafted by a local master joiner. Their presence brings rhythm and softness to the space, connecting rooms not by walls, but by light, shadow, and movement. Layer by layer, the cottage is returning to life. Shaped by natural materials and skilled hands, it is becoming a place where time slows, and quiet details are allowed to speak.

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JAN 23, 2026

Amazaki Cottage Renovation Update

Sugi Floorboards and Shikkui Plastering Beautiful Sugi (Japanese Cedar) Floorboards Take Shape One by one, the Sugi floorboards are carefully laid. As each tatami-sized section is completed, the surface is covered with plywood to protect the wood while work continues. Cutting the boards to fit neatly into the corners is the most delicate task of the day. Our master builder knows exactly how to handle it — trimming each piece precisely, tapping it firmly into place, gently bending and wetting the wood so that, as it dries, it expands just enough to achieve a perfect fit. Master Plasterer Brothers Return for Interior Shikkui Walls We are fortunate to be working once again with highly skilled master plasterer brothers, applying both the base layers and the final Shikkui finish. Traditional Shikkui walls are built up in three layers: a base coat, an undercoat, and the final Shikkui plaster — each essential to achieving its signature depth, strength, and soft, natural beauty Music: "Insomniac" by Ori Kaplan via Artist

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DEC 11, 2025

Amazaki Cottage Renovation Update

- All in the Details - In our renovation of traditional Japanese houses, we follow a few guiding principles: foremost among them being the use of natural materials and honoring how these homes were originally built. We favor wood joinery instead of commonly used aluminum, wood paneling in place of synthetic finishes, Shikkui plaster rather than plastic wallpaper, Shoji screens instead of curtains, and stone and concrete for the Doma. For this project, we selected locally sourced Sugi cedar and Hinoki cypress for their beautiful color and remarkable fragrance. The moment you step inside, you are enveloped in the gentle, calming scent of natural wood. Working with these materials naturally leads to a simpler palette of cream, white, and sand-and-stone tones. There is no clutter — only quiet, understated beauty. With careful research and close consultation with our builders, many people are surprised at how reasonably priced natural materials can be, especially when sourced locally. In fact, Sugi cedar is often more affordable than modern alternatives. We encourage other builders to not to shy away from real wood—whether solid timber, panels, or laminations. The true challenge lies in finding skilled local craftsmen: master joiners, experienced plasterers, and builders who understand traditional Japanese construction methods. Many of them are aging fast, with no one to pass down those amazing skills. This is a challenge we intend to tackle together with local governments as we explore other remote locations in Japan for our projects. We feel incredibly fortunate to have found such talented craftspeople here in Amazaki.