A 150-Year-Old Kominka Offering Farm, Forest, and DIY Potential in Higashihiroshima
The property requires substantial work, making it ideal for hands-on enthusiasts. There are leaks in the roof, and crucially, the house currently lacks a toilet, bathroom, and kitchen. However, the lot has a sewer manhole, and while the well pump needs replacement, there is well water. The seller notes that the nearby Hiroshima Airport means airplane sounds are audible, but they are not particularly bothersome. Water flows from the mountain down to the fields. The seller is willing to include tools and a grass cutter for the right buyer.
For viewings, the owner currently lives within the prefecture but may have difficulty with in-person tours due to health reasons. In such cases, they offer to guide prospective buyers remotely via a video call.
Key Details from Agent Notes: The sale is 'as-is' and based on registered acreage (公簿売買). The property includes farmland, which requires permission from the Higashihiroshima City Agricultural Committee under the Agricultural Land Law (Article 3); approval takes about one month. Internet connectivity has been confirmed via SoftBank Air and Starlink. The boundary lines have not been surveyed due to the property's age, but there are deer fences and waterways separating the plots, and no disputes have occurred. Neighbors are described as very kind and helpful, inviting the owner to local events without being overly intrusive—a comfortable rural distance. Parking is available for 2-3 cars. Utilities include electricity to the main house and a separate building, well water, and a sewer manhole on the lot. The gas water heater has been removed and will need new installation. Property tax is approximately 15,000 yen.
The area offers a serene rural lifestyle. A short 5-minute drive away is a hot spring facility, perfect for relaxation after a day of DIY or farming. The closest major transport link is Irino Station, about a 5-minute drive or a 10-minute bicycle ride away. A bus stop is within a 10-minute walk, serviced by a route connecting Shiraichi Station and Hiroshima Airport, offering reasonable frequency. While a car is convenient, life is possible with trains, buses, and a bicycle. An interesting local fact: Higashihiroshima is renowned as the heart of Japan's sake brewing industry, home to many famous breweries due to its high-quality water and rice.
