Homes in Japan where people have died in tragic circumstances are attracting bargain hunters because of the significant reductions available on their prices.
The properties are associated with what is commonly described as a haunting, giving them a difficult reputation among potential buyers. That history can make them harder to sell and lead to lower asking prices.
Despite the stigma, some buyers are prepared to consider the homes in return for the financial saving. Their decisions reflect a willingness to live with the properties’ past and the possibility of being described as living with a ghost.
The available material does not provide details of individual properties, their locations, the size of the discounts or the number of buyers involved. It indicates, however, that the combination of reduced prices and a troubled history is creating a niche market for Japan’s so-called haunted homes.
