Podcast Episodes

Tokyo Base Camp Series: From Shochu Memories to Minivan Dreams

In this episode of the Tokyo Base Camp series, Joey and Take reminisce about their college days and the infamous Daigoro Shochu. They dive into their recent experience of buying a second house and th…

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

Tokyo Base Camp Series: Navigating the Japanese Real Estate Closing Process & Commission Insights

Pictured the house we bought BEFORE it was flipped.

In this episode of the "Buying a House in Japan" podcast, hosts Take and Joey dive into their latest real estate adventure with updates on their Tok…

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

Tokyo Base Camp Series: Offer Accepted for Our Turn-Key Tokyo Property ($115K)

Property listing: Tokyo Base Camp

In this episode, Joey and Take celebrate their successful offer on a turn-key property in Tokyo for $115,000. They start with a fun chat about getting a Breville espr…

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

Turn-key Cabin with Mt. Fuji Views: Interview with Owner Asa Nakano

Watch the video walkthrough | View the listing

In this episode, Asa Nakano joins us to discuss her stunning cabin for sale in Susono, Japan. Situated near Mount Fuji, the two-story cabin features thre…

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

Tokyo Base Camp Series: We're Putting (Another) Offer on a Tokyo Akiya - 'Tokyo Base Camp'

Property Listing: Tama/Tokyo Base Camp

Take and Joey are back with another attempt to secure a Tokyo akiya, this time in Tama City. They're eyeing a 1971 home, listed at 18 million yen (about $115,000…

Published on 1 year, 7 months ago

Tokyo Base Camp Series: Crow Lux offer results, Market updates & AkiyaMart future projects

Joey and Take discuss their Japanese real estate journey, reflecting on their first house purchase in Beppu and the current search for a second property. They share challenges of banking in Japan and…

Published on 1 year, 7 months ago

Tokyo Base Camp Series - We just put an offer on an Akiya in Tokyo! ... but it could be a lemon

Link to the property: Crow Mountain

In Episode 26 of the "Buying a House in Japan" podcast, hosts Take and Joey discuss their recent offer on an Akiya (abandoned house) in Tokyo. They reflect on thei…

Published on 1 year, 7 months ago

Interview with Japanese Real Estate Agent: Kendall Bharath (Japanese Real Estate Agent @ REMAX): Detailed Analysis of Closing Costs + Hokkaido Snow Retreat Property Insights*

In this episode, Take and Joey discuss the intricacies of closing costs with Kendall Bharath, a REMAX real estate agent based in Hokkaido, Japan. Kendall explains the appeal of Hokkaido for its excep…

Published on 1 year, 7 months ago

JRE Conference, Tokyo Akiya Hunt, Akiya Construction Update, and Buying a Car in Japan on a Tourist Visa

Take and Joey start Episode 24 by discussing the Japan Real Estate (JRE) conference (recording link here) that Joey attended in Tokyo. The conference, organized by Nippon Tradings International (NTI)…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Dear Diary Series: Japan Real Estate Summit Presentation (Video in description)

Video link: https://youtu.be/6rO1YfMwjN4

In preparation for their presentation at the Japan Real Estate Summit on April 6th, Joey and Take rehearse their insights on the "Dear Diary Series: Japan Real…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago