Priced out of Hawaii, this couple bought a home in rural Japan instead
First publishedJul 26, 23:47 UTC
Last updatedJul 27, 12:52 UTC · 17m ago
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Jeff Layfield and his wife bought a home in rural Japan for $25,000.
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Jeff Layfield and his wife, Mamiko, left Hawaii. They bought a home in rural Japan for $25,000. The home is called an akiya.
Why it matters
This story shows how expensive housing can be in Hawaii. It also highlights a unique housing option in Japan.
In brief
- Where did Jeff Layfield and his wife buy a home?
- Rural Japan
- How much did the home cost?
- $25,000
- What is the home called?
- An akiya
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The outlets focus on the couple's decision to leave Hawaii and their affordable housing option in Japan.
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