NekoAshi Japan
We are an Australian couple in our 50s who took on the challenge of buying and restoring a traditional Japanese house, built in 1868, through Japan's Akiya Bank system — on tourist visas.
Our home, once a thriving sake brewery, sits between the stunning Iwami Highlands and the Sea of Japan, nestled in a vibrant farming village just outside a small but lively coastal city of Masuda, Shimane Prefecture.
Join us as we explore the rich culture, history, and hidden gems of this beautiful part of Japan—and share the journey of bringing our traditional Japanese house back to life after 12 years abandoned.
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2 Years After Buying a $35,000 House in Japan | Expectations Vs Reality
Реновация Акии: устранены повреждения от термитов! Возводим веранду Энгава на нашей Коминке перио...
Restoring our Japanese Akiya House: Wild Weather & the Kindness of Neighbours
Akiya House in Japan DIY Renovation: Hidden 100-Year-Old Storm Shutters Revealed!
Akiya House in Japan DIY Renovation: Termites and rot in our 100 Year Old Veranda!
Скрытая Япония: самурайский ритуал конной стрельбы из лука в историческом городе Цувано 🌸
Cherry Blossoms in Rural Japan: A scenic Spring drive through the peaceful town of Mitocho, Shimane
Discovering Antique Japanese Kakejiku Scrolls in our Akiya House!
Buying an Akiya House in Japan: Visit from the Akiya Bank & Progress Update
Snowy Day Drive in Japan: Exploring the Hiroshima Highlands and Local Ski Resorts!
Japanese Akiya House Renovation: Kumitori Toilet Upgrade!
Как согреться в японском доме коминка: камин ирори!
What's behind these trap doors in our traditional Japanese House?
Дом Акия в Японии: эта комната пустовала 12 лет!
Buy an Akiya House in Rural Japan - and Immerse Yourself in Stunning Nature!
ANA Japan Domestic Flight to Tokyo: Premium Class!
Restoring Our Irori Fireplace for Winter & Exploring Masuda's Hassaku Festival
Раскрываем сокровища Японии эпох Эдо и Мэйдзи: свитки дзюдзюцу и артефакты XIX века в спрятанном ...
Life in Our Traditional Japanese House: Summer Visit to Clean the River (and enjoy the beaches!)
Находим сокровища (и НЕПРИЯТНЫЙ сюрприз) в нашем 155-летнем доме Акия в Японии!
$35,000 Japanese House - We bought this abandoned old house in Rural Japan
Buying a House in Japan: Akiya Kitchen Makeover on a Budget!
Our Akiya House in Japan - DIY renovations, mountain-top garden and the Sea of Japan coast!
Покупка дома акия в Японии по туристической визе: наш реальный опыт
Day Trip from our Kominka - Stunning Motonosumi Inari Shrine on the Sea of Japan!
Наш местный придорожный ресторан с торговым автоматом. Что делает это место таким популярным?
Exploring the Attic of our Meiji Era Kominka Japanese House
Discovering the Irori Fireplace at our Meiji era House in Japan
The first week at our Meiji era Akiya House in Japan
Our first challenge after buying an empty house in Japan!