Podcast Episodes

Our Akiya Rennovation Learnings - Contractors, Paint, Insulation, and more

In this episode of the 'Buying a House in Japan' podcast, Joey and Take discuss their experiences with renovating multiple properties in Japan. They highlight the pros and cons of using individual co…

Published on 11 months, 1 week ago

Akiya Doers and Dreamers Series: Kurt Bell (@softypapa) on Retirement Planning, Pet Relocation, and Finding Home in Japan.

In the inaugural episode of 2025, Kurt Bell, aka @softypapa, shares his journey of retiring and buying a house in Japan. The discussion covers his transition back to Japan, overcoming the challenges …

Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago

Merry Xmas, Long-term rental market, Property updates

In this post-Christmas episode, the hosts discuss cultural Christmas differences, recent property updates, including challenges with their Kitakyushu and Tokyo suburban rentals. They share insights o…

Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago

AkiyaMart Direct Buyers Club: Erik B's First Look Inside His Akiya - Reality Meets Expectation

In this episode of the 'Buying a House in Japan' podcast, hosts Take and Joey welcome back Erik B, who shares his recent experiences of purchasing and visiting a house in Niigata, Japan. The discussi…

Published on 1 year ago

BHIJ 2024 Wrapped - A Year of Buying Homes in Japan

In this episode, Joey and Take recap their journey of buying and managing five properties in Japan over the past year, including their Beppu Hot Springs short term rental, Tokyo Suburb midterm rental…

Published on 1 year ago

Visa Paths to Japan: A Conversation with Nick from JapanRemotely

Japan Remotely Website: https://japanremotely.com/

In this episode, Joey and Take return from their podcast break and introduce Nick from Japan Remotely. The discussion focuses on the simplest ways to…

Published on 1 year ago

AkiyaMart Direct Buyers Club: Justin's Journey to Owning in Nara

Buying a Home in Japan: A Success Story with Justin Wong

House bought: https://www.akiya-mart.com/listing/27492270?currency=usd&is-metric=false

In this episode of the 'Buying a House in Japan Podcast,'…

Published on 1 year ago

Dear Diary Series: 10 Insights from our 10 day trip in Japan

In this episode, the hosts wrap up their 10-day content creation spree across Japan and share 10 key insights from their experiences. They discuss their intensive schedule, including meetings with ag…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Construction Updates on our Beppu Akiya (Jissoji Lux)

In this episode of the 'Buying a House in Japan' podcast, hosts Joey and Take recount their experiences over the past 10 days, highlighting the ongoing renovation of their first Akiya in Beppu, dubbe…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Akiya Doers and Dreamers Series: Interview with Maigo Mika, Jesse, and Pancake

Join Mika, Jesse, and their dog Pancake in this episode of the "Buying a House in Japan" podcast as they share their journey from Canada to Japan’s countryside. From converting a traditional Japanese…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago