Erik Buhrow bought a 150-year-old akiya in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, for $26,000 while residing in the US. Buhrow, who has a background in construction and familiarity with Japan, opted for this purchase, finding it a better investment compared to expensive cabins in Minnesota. He managed the purchase remotely, relying on FaceTime tours from a real estate agent. The home features eight rooms, including two classified as bonus rooms due to absence of closets, and Buhrow plans to rent it out to Americans moving to Japan while he focuses on his career in the US.
When it comes to home buying, many Minnesotans opt for expensive cabins, but I found an affordable option for a home in Japan, my native country.
I was comfortable making the purchase without visiting the property; my real estate agent provided FaceTime tours during the process.
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