They Live in Hawaii… But Bought a Home Near Tokyo

Mar 08, 2026
 

A retired couple from Oahu just bought a home in Japan.

Price? $88,000.

The house is fully renovated.
And it’s near Tokyo.

In this episode, they share why they decided to buy property in Japan.

They also explain how they bought the house while living overseas.

Yes, the entire process was done remotely.

Now they own a home in Chiba, just minutes from Narita Airport.

What does it actually cost?
How difficult is the process?
And what surprised them the most?

If you’ve ever wondered whether foreigners can really buy property in Japan, this story shows what it looks like in real life.