Spacious Land with Existing Structures in Karuizawa's Shiozawa Area
This property presents a substantial land parcel of 1,548.50 square meters (approximately 468.42 tsubo) in the desirable Shiozawa area of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture. The flat land is zoned as Category 1 Residential and is sold with several existing, unregistered structures, offering potential for redevelopment or renovation. The land transaction is based on the registered (public ledger) area, and no price adjustment will be made for any increase or decrease in the actual measured area.
According to the detailed agent notes, the site includes an unregistered main house with a total floor area of 174.04 sqm (52.64 tsubo), built in 1963 with a wood and zinc-coated steel sheet structure. There is also a separate outbuilding with a floor area of 120.66 sqm (36.49 tsubo), built in 1975 with the same wood and zinc-coated steel sheet construction. A second outbuilding, built in 1959 with a brick and zinc-coated steel sheet structure, offers 49.58 sqm (14.99 tsubo) of space. The agent highlights that these existing structures do not comply with the required setback regulations (1.0m from the neighboring boundary and 2.0m from the road boundary). Therefore, if rebuilding, construction cannot occur in the same locations as the current buildings.
Utilities are well-established, with electricity provided by Chubu Electric Power Co., individual LP gas, public water supply, and a public sewer system. The property is subject to the Nagano Prefecture Landscape Ordinance and Karuizawa Town Nature Protection Guidelines, with building height restrictions of 10 meters or two stories. The flat terrain and considerable size make it suitable not only for a vacation home but also for potential commercial use such as an office or shop, as suggested by the listing agent.
The property is located in the prestigious Karuizawa resort area, approximately an 8-minute drive (3.1 km) from Nakakaruizawa Station. The area is famed for its cool summer climate, lush forests, and high-end shopping outlets. An interesting local fact is that Karuizawa became a popular summer retreat for Western diplomats and the Japanese elite in the late 19th century after being discovered by a Canadian missionary. The closest major landmark is the scenic Shiozawa Lake, a serene spot perfect for walks and enjoying the natural beauty of the region.
