# Akiya Doers & Dreamers: Anton Wormann is Building Something Special

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Podcast: [Buying a House in Japan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/buying-a-house-in-japan-6670744)
Published: 2026-02-06T13:00:00+00:00
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This week,Joey and Take visit Anton Wormann, who you may know as Anton in Japan. Anton is a renowned real estate mogul, interior designer, and author in Tokyo. Anton shares his transformative journey from being a world-traveling model to becoming a successful property renovator in Japan. He discusses his initial cultural impressions, the challenges and triumphs of renovating old Japanese homes, and his passion for creative design. The conversation also delves into the intricacies of Japanese real estate, including the cultural nuances, bureaucracy, and his strategy for identifying undervalued properties. Additionally, Anton gives insights into his future ambitions and provides advice for anyone looking to embark on a similar journey. Follow Anton on: YouTube: @ANTONINJAPAN Instagram: @anton.injapan www.antoninjapan.com [http://www.antoninjapan.com/] www.japandihouses.com [http://www.japandihouses.com/] www.akiyamasterclass.com [http://www.akiyamasterclass.com/] Check out Anton's book Free Houses in Japan: The True Story of How I Make Money DIY Renovating Abandoned Homes [https://www.amazon.com/Free-Houses-Japan-Renovating-Abandoned-ebook/dp/B0CJBK6H3P/] Buying a House in Japan is a production of AkiyaMart. Find your Japan dream home at akiya-mart.com [https://akiya-mart.com/]. 00:36 Welcome to the Podcast 00:54 Meeting Anton 05:12 Anton's Journey to Japan 07:50 First Property Purchase 10:05 Renovation Challenges and Successes 15:48 Creating Content in Japan 21:25 Cultural Differences in Content Creation 28:25 Building a Business in Japan 35:43 The Reality of Japanese Housing Design 40:18 Investing in Japanese Real Estate 44:54 Addressing Japan's Population Decline 48:29 Final Thoughts and Advice

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