Are you courageous enough to move across the world to start a new life on rural land? Dani and Evan Benton relocated to Omishima Island, Japan and seem to be loving the challenge. The industrious couple purchased two akiyas (abandoned or vacant houses in rural japan) for a total of approximately $30,000. For income, they remodeled one of the homes and are renting on airbnb. They plan to earn additional income by raising honey bees and from Dani’s photography business. Learn more about the Benton’s enterprising move on Episode 168 of Retire There with Gil & Gene.     

The couple’s website is Benton Homestead. To see what they are doing in Japan, including the renovation of their akiyas, visit their YouTube channel.

Check out the Benton’s Airbnb page about renting their guesthouse. 

To help the Benton’s ship their precious belongings to Japan, make a donation on their GoFundMe page. 

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