
We Moved to a Mountainside House in the Japanese Countryside
We finished moving! I’ve lived in the Japanese Countryside (the inaka) for about two years now. My previous residence was a seaside house in a
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We finished moving! I’ve lived in the Japanese Countryside (the inaka) for about two years now. My previous residence was a seaside house in a

*** Nov. 2023 update: this house is currently rented, but will be available March 2024. Serious inquiries should e-mail me. The inaka (Japanese Countryside) house

Unexpected Lessons From Japan Life Living in Japan, I’ve been exposed to intricate facets of Japanese culture. Yet, I’ve also been learning some unexpected insights

Slow Life Lessons From Japan’s Silk Farming Industry The practice of silk farming in Japan (sericulture) may seem like a relic of the past, but

Ishigaki (石壁) Stone Walls Explained: A Primer in Ishigaki History, Design, and DIY The traditional Japanese stone wall, or in Japanese “ishigaki” or “ishizumi” are

Here is the first video walkthrough tour of my akiya house in rural Japan. Life has been pretty hectic recently. I’m moving from this akiya

A Personal Case Study: My Experiences and Expenses Living in the Japanese Countryside I’ve lived in a handful of large American cities, but it was

What is the meaning of inaka? Inaka meaning: (田舎) a Japanese word meaning “countryside” or “rural area” in English. It refers to regions outside of

Old Houses in Japan A Rich Architectural Heritage: Old Houses in Japan Japan boasts a rich architectural heritage steeped in history and cultural significance, particularly