Swedish-born Anton Wormann moved to Tokyo in 2018 and has become a leading voice in Japan’s akiya (abandoned house) revival movement. Through his brand Anton in Japan, he shares design-driven renovations blending Japanese craftsmanship with Scandinavian minimalism—reaching over 2 million followers online. His work has been featured in major Japanese and international media. As founder of Japandi Houses, Anton transforms abandoned homes into stylish short-term rentals. He’s also the author of Free Houses in Japan, a practical guide to sustainable renovation and connecting cultures through design.
