Sharon 0 Posted November 13, 2002 Share Posted November 13, 2002 After months of looking at houses, choosing a lovely one, signing the contract, paying the deposit and then 2.5 weeks of waiting to hear the verdict from the bank, it's all systems go and we have bought a house (don't know if u remember my thread from way back in the summer). I'm sooo excited about it (despite the fact that I was against buying in japan a few onths ago). Will move in before Christmas. The bad news though is that coz we have to buy things like beds, aircons, new sofa etc etc, we'll not have the funds to make trips to Hokkaido and Tohoku! That part is devastating! Might be able to manage something if I can use my airmiles to get 2 plane tix (actually have enuff miles for 4 return flights in Japan) but trying to get reservations using airmiles is pretty hard. Donations welcome, ha ha! Seriously anyone else interested in buying real estate in japan? Link to post Share on other sites
Sharon 0 Posted November 13, 2002 Author Share Posted November 13, 2002 Well, booking tix for Hokkaido over new year using air miles was so easy I couldnt believe it! No worries! Leaving 31st coming back jan 4th. Just have to find accommodation now. Any tips? Link to post Share on other sites
Markie 0 Posted November 13, 2002 Share Posted November 13, 2002 Congrats, Sharon. I suppose the "only" reason you are telling us all this is to invite us to stop over and stay a few days en route to our ski resorts, correct? Link to post Share on other sites
NoFakie 45 Posted November 13, 2002 Share Posted November 13, 2002 Congratulations! Knock up a member's page and show us some pics if you can Link to post Share on other sites
Sharon 0 Posted November 13, 2002 Author Share Posted November 13, 2002 Thanks for the congrats! I think it's too far out of your way, but ur welcome all the same. At this point in my excitement, I'm telling everyone! Now I'm more excited about Niseko at New Year! Anyone else be there? Link to post Share on other sites
cheeseman 1 Posted November 13, 2002 Share Posted November 13, 2002 Great Sharon. How about a Cheese Housewarming Party. Sure to be a hit with all! And nutritious fun too! Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted November 13, 2002 Share Posted November 13, 2002 Sharon, What area of Hiroshima Ken did you buy it?? The Inaka prices seem pretty good as I got a mate who just got one too - HUUGEEEE place! So jealous - my 1DK is a little cramped... Link to post Share on other sites
Sharon 0 Posted November 14, 2002 Author Share Posted November 14, 2002 Nr Big Arch - a place called Satsugi ga oka. It's not huge, total floor space is about 120metres squared. My apartment is 84 but both are 4ldks. Most of the extra space in the house is stairs, hallway, cupboards and extra loo. It's new and bali style inside and out and is just luverrly! I'll stop going on about it now. Link to post Share on other sites
STOMACH 0 Posted November 14, 2002 Share Posted November 14, 2002 Are U rich? Link to post Share on other sites
Markie 0 Posted November 14, 2002 Share Posted November 14, 2002 She might have been, but I bet she isn't now! Anyway, sounds like she it really happy, so that's what counts the most. Congrats again, Sharon. Keep riding that high! Link to post Share on other sites
boarding pants 0 Posted November 14, 2002 Share Posted November 14, 2002 Good on ya, hope it's not too much hassle. I'll steer clear of all that I reckon. Link to post Share on other sites
fisherkingnigel 0 Posted November 14, 2002 Share Posted November 14, 2002 Sharon, How are the mountains around Geihoku? I live in Fukuoka and was wondering where I should go? Can you name some of your fav'ssss? Much appreciated, Nigelman Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted November 14, 2002 Share Posted November 14, 2002 Sharon, That little highway heading out towards Kake is really sweet. Beautiful area out there. Congrats!!!! I hope you have the money now to head to the mountain this winter! All we need now are a few Kegs and some Okonomiyaki for a house warming party!!! Link to post Share on other sites
Sharon 0 Posted November 15, 2002 Author Share Posted November 15, 2002 Not rich, no Stomach. (And Markie is right, I never will be now). Nigel - Never been to Geihoku (only 1 yr in Hiroshima and went to Niseko and Zao last year. Yuki's Passion, thanks for ur kind words and also, don't worry, we'll get to the mountain too. Scored some plane tix to Hokkaido for New Year (5 days) using air miles - so kind of free. Just checking out accommodation now. Will also try to get to Geihoku or mizuho in jan if snow is still there. How bout u? Cheeseman.....if u get me a fondue set as a house warming przzie, I'll provide the cheese! Link to post Share on other sites
big-will 7 Posted November 15, 2002 Share Posted November 15, 2002 Good on ya Sharon. Fancy new on is it with a flushing toilet an' all? Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted November 15, 2002 Share Posted November 15, 2002 Sharon, Wont be in Hiroshima for much longer as Im leaving for Hokkaido But, I do recommend getting over to Ohira(Geihoku Kokusai) much nicer than Kokusai as its bigger and has more runs and theyre longer. If youre a skier I recommend you check out Osorokan - Pretty nice and usually has the best dumpings. 191 is pretty good too. (think thats the name-cant remember). Enjoy! Link to post Share on other sites
bagelz 0 Posted November 16, 2002 Share Posted November 16, 2002 Congrats Sharon, if cheeseman gets that fondue on for your party. Link to post Share on other sites
rach 1 Posted November 17, 2002 Share Posted November 17, 2002 Well you've got more buying power than I. Congrats, looking forward to the cheese fondue house warming. Link to post Share on other sites
Sharon 0 Posted November 18, 2002 Author Share Posted November 18, 2002 Mmm... not sure about the cheese fondue party, Cheeseman seems to have gone a bit silent since the ball was thrown back. Thanks to all for the congrats! Link to post Share on other sites
cheeseman 1 Posted November 18, 2002 Share Posted November 18, 2002 No it sounds like a delightful idea. Lets have some nutritional fun together! Link to post Share on other sites
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