Traditional Minka in a Serene Mountain Village of Northern Kyoto

This traditional Minka is located in the mountain village of Ubara-shimo, Miwa Town, within Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture. Surrounded by rolling mountains and fields, the property offers a peaceful retreat while being historically significant as a transit point on the ancient San-in highway, which connected Kyoto with the western coast of the Sea of Japan. The area maintains a quiet environment, free from railways and major highways, yet downtown Fukuchiyama city is accessible within a 30-minute drive, and Kyoto Station is approximately a 90-minute drive away.

The property includes a main house and one or more additional buildings. The main building, constructed in 1984, has a total floor area of 168.82 square meters spread over two floors. The land size is a generous 618.82 square meters, which includes agricultural land that can be temporarily registered. Parking spaces are available on-site. A critical note is that the main building shows signs of leaks and requires repairs to sections of the ceilings, floors, and walls.

The surrounding area of northern Kyoto is rich in natural beauty and history. An interesting fact is that Fukuchiyama City is home to Fukuchiyama Castle, a historic site originally built by the warlord Akechi Mitsuhide in the 16th century. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Amanohashidate, one of Japan's "Three Scenic Views," famous for its pine-covered sandbar spanning Miyazu Bay, located within a reasonable driving distance.