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I sent you an email regarding the property. I am looking to purchase a few Akiya in Japan, most for business but also some for future residence. I am hoping you will be able to help me answer all my questions! It is a shame that no one has dedicated themselves to the property because the potential is amazing! I am traveling to Japan for three months (I leave August 29th) and hopefully I can book at your Airbnb or even volunteer so I can get a first hand experience! Also I have tried to email you but it seems the email address is working :{ how can I get a hold of you?

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Wow, amazing! I remember watching your videos as you were setting everything up and not knowing if was going to work out. Good to hear that things are going so well and people are enjoying the what you've made.

How many kg of rice did u harvest?

We will be in Wakayama for 4 days 3 nights end of September and want to book your Airbnb but there no vacancy. Contemplating to make a trip to visit the place though.

It was good to see you again! I hope you will have a few videos, and show us how things have been going with the business.

I'd love to get this place, but it's the visa problem that I run into. This is a dream for me. I'd love to know more about the brewery nearby though--would love to be a part of that somehow. Is there a contact for that? (if they're open to it). I used to do welding, machining, and fabrication for many years and could also do that as well if needed. I grew up in a small town in the southern US and later lived in northern Japan--this place has such a warm familiar feel to it! :)

The depopulation problem IS serious, wherever you go in Japan, and I think you've got the right philosophy about helping to address it. In my own small town in Toyama, just in my neighborhood, we've lost at least five households in the past couple of years--mostly to the deaths of elderly residents. Because we live alongside a very picturesque canal, there are quite a few people from elsewhere expressing interest in acquiring one of the many vacant properties on the canal to turn into businesses (the usual--cafes, restaurants, guesthouses, etc.). The hard part is convincing them that unless they also MOVE and LIVE here themselves, they won't really be benefiting the town as a whole. The town, and the city of which it is part, are not yet in the "danger zone" in terms of depopulation, but we're moving in that direction, and the most urgent need now is for new residents.

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Looks like a cool community and thats a noble thing you are doing. Cheers~ looking forward to come here again!

I think it is always going to be difficult to look for someone who is going to fit into the house perfectly. Many of those who have plans to move to the countryside probably has specific location requirements or work requirements. A better idea might be to work with other project trying to bring work into local community with the town council and there might be a better fit there.

Don't worry about those negative people...they are just a bunch of losers in life!

Still loving the videos! Sucks I somehow missed the give away looking forward to if you do another one!

sir may i know the exact inside dimention of your box. thank you very much

How much in pounds would it cost to live in Japan for a month if I retired there? Does anyone speak English in rural communities, and do they like , accept foreign people in such a traditional place? Would really appreciate knowing this.

I want something like this house, especially at that price! If I could get 15 min or less to train by bicycle that'd be perfect to me!

looking good in the singlet😂

Has anyone thought of helping the homeless in Japan with these homes?

Oh wow the volunteer that’s doing is masters in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 should get in touch’ we are a family in Scotland

Wow! Can you help me find a house to buy there?! 😊

I didn’t know I would be fascinated by paper making. I watched the whole thing.

Wakayama is the most spiritual place in Japan. I wouldn't mind living there at all.

Great to share good things around & not put to waste 😊

Seems like a permanent go to place for your Singaporean friend. Good choice it seems. Many seems to be planning to leave for good or just enjoying their retirement with dignity but surprisingly many foreigners wanting & willing to take their place 🤷🏽

Beautiful renovation! We want to relocate to this area from Australia too, maybe we will meet some day soon :)

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Giving away a house?! Thats awesome - I wish i could move to JP

A Toyota Corolla costs more than this house in the States. How much is a Corolla in Japan in USD?

you got wax from Germany??? oh you are from Singapore 😊

A beautiful house for very little money. You are a great friend to do such a big cleanup job. Well done.

amazing content! thank you

WONDERFUL! Watching right now this your video, I’ve get need to go there... I watching and seeking for places worldwide - the most islands and archipelagos to move (relocate) there on some quiet, peaceful, tranquil, remote place... And there will buy an Akiya in rural Japan would be a great choice, I think. I seen the world... as seaman (seafarer)... I live in an small country Montenegro by name, where now is a tourism madness... I don’t recognize my country any more... Greetings from Montenegro!

WONDERFUL! Watching right now this your video, I’ve get need to go there... I watching and seeking for places worldwide - the most islands and archipelagos to move (relocate) there on some quiet, peaceful, tranquil, remote place... And there will buy an Akiya in rural Japan would be a great choice, I think. I seen the world... as seaman (seafarer)... I live in an small country Montenegro by name, where now is a tourism madness... I don’t recognize my country any more... Greetings from Montenegro!

I love the way that the local businesses are recycling. So efficient and no wastage. All natural elements are respected ❤

I love the mountains. It reminds me of my hometown here in Kentucky. Beautiful place to be and I'd bet the neighbors are wonderful.

I wish I had a friend Iike you that could help me form relationships with the owners of these homes and neighbors so I could buy a house like this

What a gorgeous home. Unlike anything in the urban areas. And not to mention houses in other countries. Also, quiet affordable. Most can probably invest more to even modernize it completely to some standard, making it an even more of an amazing home. But one thing to note is probably that you need language skills as well as handiworking skills. Living in rural probably means having to say goodbye to most modern convienances.

Good job!❤❤❤❤❤👏👏👏👏👏

Nice n good job!❤❤❤😂😂😂

How often is the paper re-done?

Hi, I am fellow Singaporean lady, I am interested to buy a Akiya house. You mentioned in your video the tax. Can you explain in detail what's are the tax needs to pay after completion of the requisite of the Akiya House. Would appreciate the step by step procedures to look for to purchase the Akiya house.

Anyone have suggestions for acquiring high quality Washi in the UK?

This is what happens when all the paper and cardboard factories are burnt down.

How come the cost of this house is 23k ? man that is unbelievable, there should be an explanation for that. I am speechless.

gotta find ways to make this easier on ur body,, maybe some straps on the ladder you used to carry the bushels of rice to dry that go over ur shoulders? wheel barrow aint too bad either.

I have soo many question! But firat,that home is absolutely beautiful! I want ro buy a home in japan one day❤ How do you do it if you dont live in the county?? What's needed? Do you have to live there?

I finally have some time for CZcams again! Such a nice continuation to the visit in April haha. Next time we'll book the hatago to stay!

Best investment...! Win to win investment...!

WOW Gorgeous dragon pic! The house looks Amazing 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟