Snow & Sun Lifestyle

A guide to the dual lifestyle of Japan. Exploring the winter luxury of Yuzawa/Niigata and the tropical longevity of Okinawa. Discover the best local food, nature, and wellness secrets.

It shows a beautifully designed, warm-lit lodge or traditional Japanese building buried deep in pristine, untracked snow.

Beyond Niseko: Why Smart Capital is Moving to Niigata (2026 Guide)

Are You Buying the Peak or the Future? Ten years ago, I sat with a client in a drafty café […]

Beyond Niseko: Why Smart Capital is Moving to Niigata (2026 Guide) Read More »

Real Estate & Architecture, Snow & Sun Lifestyle, , ,
A place that has the coral reefs, the white sand, and the hibiscus flowers... but comes with world-class safety and a fraction of the cost.

Why Okinawa is the Smart Alternative to Hawaii

Is the dream of a tropical island retirement slipping away because of the price tag? I talk to so many

Why Okinawa is the Smart Alternative to Hawaii Read More »

Snow & Sun Lifestyle, , , , ,
Pristine white sand beach and turquoise ocean in Okinawa, Japan.

Cost of Okinawa Living: How to Avoid Hidden Expenses in Paradise

Have you ever found yourself squeezing onto a packed train in Tokyo, staring at a grey concrete wall, and wondering:

Cost of Okinawa Living: How to Avoid Hidden Expenses in Paradise Read More »

Snow & Sun Lifestyle, , , ,
Beautiful turquoise ocean at Manza Beach in Onna-son, Okinawa, representing my new life.

Why I Chose Onna-son: My Second Life at 53

They say life begins at 40. But I am here to tell you that the real adventure might just begin

Why I Chose Onna-son: My Second Life at 53 Read More »

Snow & Sun Lifestyle, , , , ,
Scroll to Top