Website Challenges, Investment Strategies, and the Complexities of Establishing a Japanese Corporation In this episode of the 'Buying A House in Japan' podcast, hosts Joey and Take discuss various issues and updates. They begin by addressing recent challenges with their website, including issues with scrapers and duplicate listings, and their plans to fix these problems. Next, they provide insights into their Akio property investments and talk about possibly consolidating their assets to invest in a higher-quality property. They also delve into their experiences establishing a Japanese corporation, handling legal documents, and navigating the complex Japanese bureaucracy. The episode wraps up with a discussion on possible future investments and overcoming business challenges in Japan. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:40 Podcast Milestones and Future Plans 01:41 Website Issues and Fixes 05:14 Challenges with Duplicate Listings 09:55 Akiya Bank Listings and Challenges 14:11 Reddit Community Reactions 16:40 Consolidating Akiya Investments 23:54 Travel Logistics and Future Plans 27:01 Wrapping Up and Moving Forward 27:16 Property Updates and Sales Strategy 29:31 Challenges of Starting a Business in Japan 33:30 Navigating Japanese Bureaucracy 40:05 Visa Requirements and Office Space 48:09 Final Thoughts and Future Plans