Is the Japan House Buying Trend Overhyped? | Ep. 150

Podcast: Buying a House in Japan · Mokomoko Productions

Opublikowano: 2026-09-18

In this episode of Buying a House in Japan, Taker and Joey sit down with Keito Swan, a half-Japanese U.S. native who bought and fully renovated a 50-year-old akiya in Higashikawa, Hokkaido. Keito breaks down the real expenses behind his $180,000 project, the hard realities of local weather and trash rules, and why he thinks most foreign buyers should think twice before purchasing property in Japan. Key Takeaways The True Akiya Budget: Why cheap listings can quickly turn into $180,000 projects once you factor in full gut renovations and...