Spacious 6DK Traditional Home in Historic Chiran, Minamikyushu
This traditional Japanese house, located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Chiran, Minamikyushu City, Kagoshima Prefecture, offers a generous living space of 130.28 square meters on a substantial 1,104.29 square meter corner plot. The property is a 4-minute walk from the Matsuyama bus stop, providing convenient local access. The layout is a 6DK, featuring six rooms plus a dining-kitchen area, making it suitable for multi-generational living. The home includes two toilets and parking for two or more vehicles. The south-facing orientation ensures plenty of natural light.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with tap water, a septic tank, and propane gas. The building is a single-story wooden structure, though the exact year of construction is unknown. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate handover.
The area of Chiran is steeped in history, most famously known for the well-preserved samurai residences and gardens of the Chiran Samurai District, a designated Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. This region offers a unique glimpse into Japan's feudal past. An interesting fact is that Chiran was also the base for the Imperial Japanese Army's kamikaze pilots during World War II, and the Chiran Peace Museum is dedicated to their memory. The closest major tourist attraction is the Chiran Samurai Residences, where visitors can walk among historic homes and beautiful, manicured gardens.