Full Cost Renovating my Abandoned Japanese House to a Japandi Retreat

Ever wondered what it really costs to fix up an old house in Japan? Well, I've got the scoop on my own renovation journey, spills and all! From breaking down the dollars to sharing the hacks that kept me on budget, it's all here. Join me for a laid-back chat about turning a forgotten house into a cozy home without breaking the bank. Ready for some real talk about my place going from meh to yeah? Let's dive in! 🏡
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[@UnimportantAcc]

I'd say that's $55k well spent, absolutely beautiful job. Love the gentle mix of Scandi+Authentic Japanese design Wish I had trained in carpentry instead of electrics 😂

[@speedmao1]

It is so nice how you acknowledge all the people who helped you, with their names

[@anthonylamesa7619]

Nordic and Japanese designs are my favorite -- so combining them is delightful.

[@vigerminaberrios4116]

55,000 not bad for renovation almost making a new house, it came out pretty good. ❤ I’m very happy for you. Keep doing a good work. Very interesting video, thanks for sharing your journey.

[@qtdcanada]

One of the most critical parts of a house renovation project is the work of subcontractors, in terms of their competence, scheduling ability (when to start, duration of work, costing of materials and labour, contingency planning), etc. You had videos showing the frustration of dealing with the first carpenter (and his wife) to remove the post, and the satisfaction of working with 2 young carpenters (after replacing the first carpenter). How would you characterize your overall experience with local Japanese subcontractors, including for things like electrical/gas/plumbing, etc.? You have lived in Japan for several years, speak Japanese fluently, and know people in the trades; as such, you are certainly ahead of many foreigners who are considering to buy and renovate an akiya in Japan. They will inevitably run into the proverbial brick wall in many instances, especially in dealing with the subcontractors.

[@YECRED22]

Wow! Congratulations Anton! The house looks beautiful!

[@josepherwin5122]

Beautiful home. Very nicely done!

[@c.r.reayhutchinson2504]

It's been exciting to watch each step of this heart-fuelled reno, Anton! Thank you, from Canada

[@roiblack8587]

55.000 USD ?! For a renovated house in Tokyo? Wow. So amazing.

[@zamis21]

Wait!! Abroad in Japan as well lol I followed your trip with the house! It was so great to see the work progress and watch you grow. Congratulation!!!

[@Polpoafeira]

Love your content mate. You’ve become one of my favorite tubers. Keep it up. 👍🏻

[@ivanfaigenbom5300]

watching the process was a lot of fun. Congrats!

[@bluestarrbeauty]

Can’t wait for the new Reno vids. Great job so happy for you 😊

[@seafarijapan]

Well done Anton , Ots the journey we all love , not the end result I'm glad you understand that. Lookingofrward to seeing you again sometime in 2024 . Lets Go !!

[@camyh6180]

We're so proud of your growth you shared with us!!!

[@masegraye]

Trash disposal costs are wild!

[@ANTONINJAPAN]

Insane, and I worked HARD to lower those expenses..

[@KickAssets]

You mentioned how there was zero value in the house in your short. Did it really say that on the paper? Of all my houses in Japan, no matter how old or bad the condition, NONE of them ever said zero value on paper. And none of them were even that close to zero. My biggest project (which was my first big one as well) in Saitama took me 8 months on my own and 2.5 million yen to complete. Congrats to you. I know it's a lot of work, but I also know it can be a lot of fun...especially when you get to the end and you think, "Did I just do all that?" lol

[@Pollukene]

Hi Anton! I have been following the series with big intrest for some time now hehe. I think another interesting video would be to see you talk about the hotel upkeep. How much money it brings in, which seasons do more well, cleaning the place, guests feedbacks etc!

[@BarbaraDr2023]

Same

[@RadicalLiving]

thanks for the insight! you're doing great!

[@kathythompson9931]

Lots of hard work! And now you have an amazing & brand new, beautiful Japanese home! Congratulations!

[@ukicomusic3717]

So so so proud of you Anton! 😊

[@taterkaze9428]

Impressive.

[@ceebwassermann2214]

Just got your book. Am looking forward to reading it. 😊

[@7728abbott]

Great mind for business, Anton. And great taste. Wonderful.

[@Philly_bul]

I just found ur channel. This is life goals. All of it.

[@danielgruner7313]

Cool stuff, Anton! Already hooked on the Akiya journey. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and ideas.

[@LIsaE365]

Congrats! Simply beautiful ❤

[@TamNguyen-eg3pq]

I love to see it Anton! Thank you for sharing your story with us!

[@angelicasoup638]

Thank you so much for sharing the most valuable of your efforts time to do best video.

[@Indudevidasi]

Wow this is fascinating, I‘m dreaming of visiting Japan what to speak of living there or owning a house… Thank you for sharing your journey with me. I’m looking forward to the new projekt!👍

[@joelle4471]

Wow, Tack för en bra video.

[@cheliae8560]

You’re Amazing. Skills galore 🎓🏆

[@joseperez-cl8jk]

Hi Anton this home is amazing I was going to say that the space over the kitchen that is open for a big cost you could use a GLASS floor for that area so you can use it and still let the light in. I am interested in taking a long vacation in Japan several months I have a construction background and living there sounds interesting I will definitely keep watching your channel the heated floors was a bigA+

[@eikajackmanakiyama-sc8cf]

The price quoted in the video (55k USD) are only the renovation costs. I would estimate that the land purchase price would be as much as 5-6 times this in that area of Tokyo, Bringing the total price of the house likely between 350k - 400k USD. Still, pretty amazing job!

[@uncountablesundays]

Wow this was really informative! Definitely gonna check out your book!

[@ANTONINJAPAN]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@-tempest-6333]

Have you thought of live streaming your next built project?

[@ANTONINJAPAN]

Definitely, Live Streams will happen!

[@masegraye]

Ordered your book. Looking forward to it!

[@HuntressD]

Simply Beautiful! 😍

[@weeklyfascination]

Beautiful home!

[@kwaichangcaine8234]

I do remodeling in the Chicago area and I think that you did a great job.

[@gloriaandrews9265]

TY😊

[@rachelcarpenter350]

Amazing job that house is beautiful ❤

[@gunillaevanth1370]

Herregud Anton! Flytta hem! (Fast jag älskar också Japan, det finns så underbart många upplevelser som vidgar ens medvetande) Men jag hatar ”shorts” och videos som är klippta (fake landscape), de är verkligen de värsta..🥶 Annars älskar jag verkligen din kanal och ditt budskap och hur du förmedlar din ärlighet! Bra jobbat Anton!🥰

[@als4387]

Very Very cool....Bravo.😊

[@kuremotokyo]

❤Great work ! Can you tell us again the price of the house when you bought it please ? Thanks👍

[@sakurayama-dojohachenburg100]

Good job!

[@NarutoUzumaki-mo4ul]

You're awesome sir

[@gregmack4714]

Nice work. I bought the kindle version of your book before they had a paperback option. What are the annual property taxes or fees that you pay for owning this house?

[@coll8ctor]

glad u r well after that eathquake!

[@yamesi]

thanks

[@twisterjester]

You did a lovely job with your house renovation. It's small by American standards, but certainly large enough for an AirBnB. Considering what you pay for a terrible house in many parts of the world, $55,000 isn't a lot to pay for a house. However, not many people could pay that much in cash as they're rebuilding it!

[@sonicase]

nice....cheaper than i thought but it does look a little small....

[@Mage194]

Anthon, next time you should use comma instead of a full stop when showing the prices.

[@SandraOhmayer]

It is the European way: we use . instead of , so 10k are 10.000,00 ❤

[@Mage194]

@@SandraOhmayer Thanks, I never knew that

[@lycorismayoika7282]

Can I ask after fully renovated, is that match with Japan Government safety level like earthquake safety or something else? I though if match with the safety level will be more expensive 😅

[@user-ys8wb9ts1l]

Really interesting book, Anton!

[@ANTONINJAPAN]

Arigatou gozaimasu!

[@Ayelet.M]

can you elaborate on the hotel permit?

[@CaioSpier]

And the Garden?

[@boardcertifiable]

Dang, $55,000? Thats a bargain where i live. The house looks awesome.

[@pablodm9]

200,000$ without the know how

[@DesignedByMayo]

55k for 480 sq feet. 😂 That is about the same price as the US depending on the city or town.

[@belladonna131]

I KNEW YOU WOULD CHANGE THE REAL ESTATE WORLD OF JAPAN!!! I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!! YOU DID IT!!! MARRIAGE AND A BABY? 😊❤

[@kevinreily2529]

It shows what somebody can do it they put their mind to it. How far away is it from Western Tokyo? Shinjuku, Shibuya?

[@Boutchou124]

Hi Anton, Thank you for writing your book, it was very motivating reading it. Did you buy the house with the land too or the house only (借地) ?

[@Ta-da32]

Is there another YT channel with the 1.7M subscribers?

[@baka11]

Do you have to renovate an akiya or can you just tidy up the place and live in it?

[@pablodm9]

Since old homes are cheap due to their lack of seismic protection, in Japan, you'd rather do. Also, idk if is mandatory

[@justdegleria7652]

Good jobb

[@maryurileal9311]

I would love to be able to buy an old house and rebuild it, I currently live in Fukuoka, will there be any possibility around here? Thanks for reading me, blessings!

[@stuka78]

Beautiful!!! Can you share the link of this house on booking/airbnb?

[@ANTONINJAPAN]

Link in the video description!

[@ANTONINJAPAN]

Arigatou gozaimasu

[@Lelica-eb3hq]

Hi how to rent?

[@cutecuteoldold]

You got it altogether Anton ! God has blessed you with an excellent mind to be the perfect candidate in giving Akiyas a new life and educating us about Akiyas

[@inggermanydeutschland3808]

So, where can people find this Airbnb or rental house?

[@ANTONINJAPAN]

Link in the about section 🙏

[@militogonzales7829]

how much did it cost to buy that akiya ?

[@cristobal.ashton]

How much was the purchase price?

[@weakrecession]

Hi! It'd be interesting to know the return on investment also: how much do you get from airbnb rental annually?

[@robhaines3]

Can you add a slide to total up the costs?

[@lifeinjapan4050]

Nice information and videos How I contact you?

[@AdachiCabbage]

55k???? What. That's cheaper than the USA omg.

[@yumiyuki5851]

So, how much does it cost to renovate an abandoned house in the USA??? in the Tokyo and Osaka areas the price can actually be higher, from $125k to $250k. $55k for renovating an abandoned house is very reasonable for the price

[@ghc7400]

Have I missed the kimono video, you were going to do?

[@yakouresshaminiature]

Hello, I followed all with really big attention, you say you got the hotel license, I plan to do the same in Yamagata prefecture and I want to know if you get hotel licence or minpaku license? thanks.

[@rebecalastra-narvaez8393]

Where is your hous3 in Tokyo so I can book it 😊

[@sasasassa4615]

4:23 " $150.000 for a hot water boiler ?" You meant Y150.000 ofcourse

[@rikaft7355]

55k is too much ngl. You can buy secondhand house in japan for 30k well furnished, no need more renovations, has a parking lot and has 5 bedrooms 😂

[@bobertobobino2372]

Wait did he spend 52k more than he planned for budget?

[@Dantinio]

Wait did you spend 55k or 200k?

[@spoiledaughter]

古い物件は耐震性と耐火性が心配。

[@qop6an]

Total $55,000

[@Dorwynn]

interesting information, good video. just a slight note for future videos, STOP playing with the the pen!! sounds like nails on a chalkboard. I'm dying 😢

[@user-ys8wb9ts1l]

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