Japan’s akiya, or abandoned house, turned into luxury Airbnb
Anton Wormann, a 32-year-old DIY enthusiast, moved to Japan in 2018 and discovered a passion for renovating abandoned properties. He found a neglected house next to his own and decided to buy it for around $54,000. After a 15-month renovation process, the property became a popular short-term rental on Airbnb, bringing in about $11,000 a…