Spacious Traditional Japanese Home with Detached Unit in Hino Town, Shiga
This property, listed as Hino Town House 167, is a charming traditional Japanese house (kominka) located in the quiet residential area of Juzenshi, Hino Town, Shiga Prefecture. Its key feature is a generous layout offering both luxurious Japanese-style rooms and multiple Western-style rooms. The property is conveniently close to Hino Station on the Omi Railway Main Line, approximately 1km away by car.
According to the agent's notes, the property includes a storehouse (kura) and a shed, ensuring ample storage and eliminating any inconvenience in that regard. The main house is a calm and settled lightweight steel structure. Furthermore, the property features a new, single-story detached unit (hanare). Important legal and administrative notes include its location within an Urban Planning Act Article 34, Clause 11 area. The land consists of two separate plots registered as residential land. Parking is available on-site. The property is situated within the Juzenshi archaeological site. Prospective owners are requested to join the local neighborhood association. Please note that the stated total floor area and land area are based on official registry measurements, and there may be a margin of error compared to an actual survey.
The home boasts a 9DK layout, providing extensive living space across a total floor area of 183.44 square meters. It sits on a sizable 772.04 square meter corner plot. Key amenities include parking for two or more vehicles, city gas, a system kitchen, two toilets, a reheating function for the bath water, and a video monitor intercom, making it suitable for multi-generational living. The property faces south and is located in a quiet residential neighborhood.
Hino Town in Shiga Prefecture is known for its rich history and traditional crafts, including Hino-yaki pottery. The area offers a serene lifestyle with easy access to nature and culture. A major landmark near the property is the majestic Mount Ibuki, one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, which offers spectacular hiking and seasonal scenery, located within a reasonable driving distance.
