Akita Prefecture has Japan's most aged population, lowest birthrate and fastest declining population. Rigid gender roles are ...
Despite its rich history and beautiful landscapes, most settlements in rural Japan suffer from outmigration, aging, and depopulation. Known as chiiki okoshi kyouryoukutai, the LRC promises three years ...
When people picture Japan, Tokyo's neon avenues or Kyoto's temple paths usually dominate the imagination. Yet a quieter story is unfolding far away from the rush. More Americans are turning to rural ...
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They bought an abandoned house in rural Japan for $6,500. Now, they're renting it out on Airbnb for $130 a night.
After six years of running an urban farm and renting an Airbnb in New Orleans, followed by 15 months of travel and house-sitting around Mexico, Dani and Evan Benton were ready for their next adventure ...
A chiiki okoshi kyouryoukutai member showing the small organic farm in front of the house she is renovating after moving to the countryside. News organizations may use or redistribute this image, with ...
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