Building a home is a journey full of struggles between dreams and reality.
From finding land and choosing a builder to designing floor plans and selecting materials or wallpapers—there are countless decisions to make.
This section shares real experiences, lessons learned, and reflections such as “this was the right choice” or “I wish I had done it differently,” based on what we actually experienced before and after moving in.
Home & Living Common Questions Every Wood Stove Beginner Has
薪ストーブ初心者がまず知りたい疑問をQ&A形式でわかりやすく解決。薪の選び方、乾燥方法、メンテナンス、安全対策、焚き付けのコツなど実用的な情報をまとめました。
Home & Living Wood Stove Comparison and How to Choose
Comparing major wood stove brands (Vermont Castings, Jøtul, Morsø, etc.): performance, usability, design differences, and which type of user each brand suits best — a practical guide to help you choose.
Home & Living What to Watch Out For and the Cost of Installing a Wood Stove
Wood stove installation costs, plus practical tips on sourcing, storing and seasoning firewood, ash removal, and chimney maintenance — a compact guide to using a wood stove safely and comfortably for the long term.
Home & Living Wood Stove Life
From choosing my first wood stove to actually installing the Encore — this is my real, hands-on story. I explain how to source firewood, key points I learned from specialty shops, and the joys and challenges of living with a wood-burning stove.
