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Property listing: Tokyo Base Camp [https://www.akiya-mart.com/listing/19466510?currency=usd&is-metric=false]
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 espresso machine as a business expense. They then detail the new Tokyo property, highlighting
its spaciousness, recent renovations, and prime location next to a U.S. military golf course, while noting its distance from central Tokyo and some minor structural concerns.
They share their experiences navigating the Japanese real estate process, including the challenges of not performing a home inspection and transferring the deposit. Despite these hurdles, their offer was accepted after the initial buyer's mortgage fell through.
Joey and Take outline their next steps, such as transferring the deposit, setting up utilities, and planning their move-in. They discuss furnishing the house and express excitement about having a yard, a potential sauna, and proximity to Costco. The episode wraps up with their plans to document their journey and future steps in upcoming podcasts.
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 agents, checking out properties, and attending conferences. Key insights include observations about...
Published 11/22/24
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, dubbed Jisoji Lux. They discuss the ups and downs of refurbishment, including their interactions with...
Published 11/15/24