# AkiyaMart Direct Buyers Club: Devin's Kanazawa Detour

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Podcast: [Buying a House in Japan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/buying-a-house-in-japan-6670744)
Published: 2026-01-23T13:00:52+00:00
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## Resource

Take is flying solo this week, chatting with a new guest, Devin Silvernail, an AkiyaMart Direct client currently going through the process and our podcast editor. Devin, originally from Seattle but living in France, shares his journey starting from falling for the lush surroundings of the Shimanami Kaido bike route to taking a chance on Kanazawa's more classic and subtle charm. He also talks about the series of taking chances that has led him from Seattle to France and how a childhood love for Japan is now manifesting in the search for an akiya. Devin details the purchase process, including negotiations, inspections, and financial logistics. The episode emphasizes the importance of studying abroad, taking chances, and how diverse cultural experiences shape life decisions. Buying a House in Japan is a production of AkiyaMart. Find your Japan dream home at akiya-mart.com [https://akiya-mart.com/]. 00:48 Welcome to the Podcast 03:03 From Policy Development to Podcast Editing 03:28 The Unexpected Move to France 05:06 The Impact of Studying Abroad 08:02 The Spark to Buy a House in Japan 12:27 The Search for a Home in Japan 15:26 Why Kanazawa? 18:43 Discovering the Perfect Property 20:21 Plans for the Property 23:51 Offer and Negotiation Process 27:45 Final Steps and Financial Tips 33:46 Conclusion and Next Steps

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