Historic Machiya in Hagi's Preserved District

This property is a traditional townhouse located in the Hamasaki area of Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, within a nationally designated Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. The building sits along a main tourist route in a zone prioritized for tourism development, making it suitable for street-front commercial use. The structure is a two-story wooden building with a tiled roof, offering a total floor area of 114.7 square meters on a land parcel of 185.12 square meters. The property is currently vacant and requires extensive renovation, including structural reinforcement and interior updates. It is not habitable in its present condition. The listing notes that the property has high structural potential and could be transformed into a variety of business types, such as a cafe, gallery, or accommodation facility. The seller acquired this property from a friend for investment purposes and is seeking a buyer who understands and appreciates the preservation and regeneration of traditional buildings. The price and handover timing are negotiable. The seller can introduce specialized contractors experienced in renovating properties within the preservation district and can also provide consultation on post-purchase renovation and usage plans, such as for a cafe, lodging, atelier, or shop. The sale is as-is and based on a public registry transaction. The map location shown is approximate to the property's vicinity.