u/ltsCarnage

I'm from Australia, and with how expensive housing has become here, it feels like I'll never be able to get into the property market.
I've been looking into buying an akiya in Japan near a tourist area, renovating it over time, using it as a holiday home occasionally, and renting it out on Airbnb when I'm not there. My main goal is to turn it into a long-term investment rather than just a holiday house.

Has anyone here done something similar?

Is it actually a worthwhile investment, or are there hidden costs and challenges I should know about?

I'd really appreciate any advice or experiences.