The Rural Solution
Kaori & Byron live out in Fujino, Kanagawa, a rural community with a well-known history as an artistic enclave for the more enterprising spirits of the Kanto region. They run the organic Kasamatsu Farms, and operate the lovely Yokomura Eco-lodge in a renovated kominka. They have also come on board with A&I to host experiences for Inaka Clubbers!
Their activities on the outskirts of Tokyo are some of the most impressive we’ve seen thus far, but they have a dark secret: they come from Tokyo Big Business.
That’s right, folks, get in on this experience and you’ll be working with people behind a sprawling organic farm, hand-renovated akiya B&B, and *much* more who came from the city, just like you.
Which should make you say, “huh. I bet they’d be great to talk to!” And you’d be right!
Walk the Talk
A lot of the articles about akiya and inaka swirling around out there are fun but lack nuance. And we get it: there’s a lot to be attracted to. Free houses, off-the-grid living, improved quality of life – it’s all good stuff. But the thing the articles miss is that there’s a correct way to do it. Not everywhere is well-suited to your particular needs, nor are all akiya $500 (and we say don’t bother with those).
And so what better way to learn how to extract yourself from the city than going to experience it yourself with a successful couple with 7 years hands-on prior experience?
Connect with Kaori & Byron, and they will show you wonders. From starting your own farm to the intricacies of early education and everything in between. If you’ve got questions about how to live a different kind of life, experience this and you’ll have the resources to answer them yourself.
