Traditional Japanese Home with Rustic Charm in Oyama, Tochigi
This property, listed as number 21-18 in the Toyota district of Oyama City, is a unique traditional Japanese home built in 1971 (Showa 46). Priced at 3,800,000 yen (tax included), it offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of rural Japanese architecture. The house retains some furnishings, and its earthen-floored kitchen (土間の台所) exudes a distinct, nostalgic charm. A large detached shed (納屋) is also present, providing ample space that could be utilized for hobbies or storage.
The property's equipment and features, as detailed in the agent notes, include a wooden structure with tile roofing, a single-story layout, and propane gas supply. Water is sourced from a well, and wastewater is handled by a septic tank. The bathroom uses gas for heating, and the toilet is Western-style. The kitchen is equipped with gas. Notably, the property includes a storage shed and a barn. Parking is available for multiple vehicles. The total floor area is 155.47 square meters laid out over 7DK, situated on a generous plot of 1,061.14 square meters located in the Oaza Sotsushima area, which is designated as an urbanization control area.
The surrounding Toyota area of Oyama offers a peaceful, countryside lifestyle while remaining accessible. An interesting local fact is that Oyama City is historically known as a major post-station town on the important Nikko Kaido highway during the Edo period. The closest major landmark is the famous Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its incredibly ornate architecture and deep historical significance, located approximately 50 kilometers north in Nikko City.
