Between remodeling, routine, and tech: life in the Japanese countryside
I live in rural Japan with my two German Shepherds, and I’m currently renovating an old traditional house by myself. I built this site to document my day-to-day exactly as it happens: bridging the gap between digital design and hands-on DIY.
Life beyond the tourist guidebook.
This isn’t a curated travel blog. It’s a record of what it’s really like living far from the major cities: the construction fails, navigating Japanese bureaucracy, adapting to the culture, and using tech and design to keep it all organized. If you value practical insights, real-world experience, and a no-nonsense approach, you’re in the right place.
What to expect
Renovation & DIY
The unfiltered reality of overhauling an old house: the tools, the materials, and the workarounds you only figure out by doing it yourself.
Life in Japan
Supermarkets, commuting, living costs, and the everyday realities of a life completely outside the tourist bubble.
Design & Tech
Camera gear, desk setups, and productivity workflows that hold up in the real world—far away from perfectly lit studios.
Life with German Shepherds
The handling, habits, and daily stories of raising two big dogs in the countryside.