Buying a House in Japan
AkiyaMart Direct Buyers Club: Jon's Kitakaruizawa Forest Retreat
21 Nov 2025
This week, Take is flying solo but he's in good company! Jon, an early AMD client, shares his story of going from akiya-curious to successfully purchasing a vacation home for his family in Kitakaruizawa. Jon details his experience and collaboration with the team from start to finish, including overcoming initial doubts, navigating the Japanese real estate process, surviving his first encounter with snow, and setting up the property as an Airbnb. Speaking of which, you too can stay in Jon's forest retreat the next time you visit Japan!Buying a House in Japan is a production of AkiyaMart. Find your Japan dream home at akiya-mart.com.01:35 The Journey to Buying a House in Japan04:38 The Search for the Perfect Property06:43 Choosing the Right Location09:36 The Buying Process and Challenges14:33 Finalizing the Purchase19:19 First Impressions of the New Home21:37 Exploring Rural Beauty22:10 Arriving at the Villa24:01 Challenges with the Cold26:32 Insulation and Heating Solutions29:19 Family Adventures and Future Plans31:45 Setting Up the Airbnb35:19 Airbnb Success and Reflections37:16 Advice for Future Buyers38:53 Conclusion and Gratitude
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