Frontier Gardens: A Build-to-Suit Land Plot in Kusatsu, Shiga
The property itself is a substantial 150.17 square meters (public record), offering ample space for a family residence. It benefits from a favorable south-facing road frontage with a width of 6.0 meters. The land is zoned as Category I Medium-to-High Density Residential within the Urbanization Promotion Area, with a building-to-land ratio of 60% and a floor area ratio of 200%, providing generous scope for design.
The selling agent, Century 21 Frontier Real Estate Sales Otsu Shop, emphasizes their comprehensive support system. They highlight a total support package for new construction purchases, including consolidated applications for home loan pre-approval across multiple financial institutions, a 100,000-yen worth of selectable home appliance gift upon full-price contract, and guidance on utilizing mortgage tax deduction benefits. They position themselves as a "lifestyle general trading company," offering one-stop support from purchase and customization to eventual sale, backed by a dedicated financial planner.
Their promotional notes detail various potential home features and construction examples, translating the possibilities for the future home. These include a spacious kitchen with a stylish gooseneck faucet, a living room with a staircase and high sidelights for privacy and natural light, and multiple modern interior design styles such as "Urban Stay" and "Cafe Natural." Proposed amenities include a family closet, pantry, electric locking system, dishwasher, a vanity area in the washroom, linen storage, a walk-through shoe closet, a balcony for BBQ or gardening, and a study space. The agent also boasts a national number one sales performance record within the Century 21 network, year-round service availability with flexible scheduling, and a comfortable office space with a kids' area.
The location in Kusatsu's Noji-cho district is highly convenient. It is approximately a 12-minute walk (960m) to Minami-Kusatsu Station on the JR Tokaido-Sanyo Main Line, providing excellent access to Kyoto, Osaka, and Nagoya. Daily necessities are within easy reach, with Friend Mart Minami-Kusatsu store about an 11-minute walk away. The area is part of the vibrant Shiga prefecture, known for its beautiful natural scenery centered around Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake. A fascinating fact about the region is that Lake Biwa is one of the world's oldest lakes, estimated to be over 4 million years old. The closest major landmark from this property is the iconic Lake Biwa itself, a premier destination for boating, cycling, and cultural sightseeing, easily accessible from Kusatsu.
