Moving To This Japanese Rural, New Residents Will Be Paid Nearly IDR 500 Million

JAKARTA - A number of countries around the world are now offering incentives for people who want to move. One of them is Japan, a country known for its advanced technology and busy city life.

Now, Japan offers an exciting opportunity for anyone who wants to start a new life in the countryside. As part of the Regional Revitalization Program, the Japanese government is ready to provide great incentives for those willing to move and settle in rural areas.

New arrivals have the potential to receive up to 4,800,000 yen or nearly Rp500 million rupiah as an incentive to start a new life in a calmer and more natural area.

The program aims to address the decreasing demographic problems in rural areas of Japan, where many young people choose to move to major cities such as Tokyo and Kyoto.

As a result, many traditional houses in rural Japan are empty and neglected, even though they have extraordinary potential to be used as comfortable places to live.

Wayne Mills, Head of Operations at Seven Seas Worldwide, explained that many young Japanese people don't want to bother looking for buyers when they inherit old family homes.

"Many young Japanese do not want to bother looking for buyers when they inherit an old family home. There are hundreds of traditional homes in rural Japan that offer extraordinary locations, spaces and architecture, which are currently being neglected," he said, quoted by VOI from the Mirror page on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Mills sees this as an opportunity not to be missed for those who have an adventurer spirit.

"It's a perfect opportunity to get one of these incredible properties and start an amazing new adventure," he said.

In addition to personal gains, the program also promises Japan's rural revitalization and the possibility of providing a significant economic boost.

"This is a mutually beneficial situation, namely you get a fresh start and help, while the local economy enjoys the much-needed push," added Wayne.

One of the areas participating in this program is Takahama, a small fishing town located in Fukui Prefecture.

Takahama is famous for its beautiful beaches and amazing natural scenery. In addition, there is also Shimokawa-cho in Hokkaido, a mountainous area that offers great peace and natural beauty.