# How to (NOT?) Buy a Japanese Holiday Home

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Podcast: [Japan Real Estate](https://stenobird.com/podcast/japan-real-estate-953448)
Published: 2026-05-19T08:11:29+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast05d680.podigee.io/447-how-to-not-buy-a-japanese-holiday-home
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Duration seconds: 4423

## Resource

We speak to a first time buyer, in the market for a super cheap holiday home - and then to an old "Japan hand" who's bought here for the very first time - and has a cautionary tale to share!

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