Land for Sale in Yufuin, Oita with Onsen Connection Potential
This residential land plot is located in the scenic and popular tourist town of Yufuin, Oita Prefecture. The property is a 231 square meter (approximately 69.87 tsubo) plot of land designated as forest land, situated within a nature-rich villa area. A key feature is that the area has onsen (hot spring) infrastructure, allowing for the possibility of connecting a private hot spring to a future home built on the site, enabling owners to enjoy the therapeutic benefits at their residence.
The land is currently vacant and ready for construction. It is an irregularly shaped corner lot with road frontage on two sides: a 4-meter wide private road to the northeast with a 10-meter frontage, and a 6-meter wide private road to the southeast with a 15-meter frontage. The terrain is sloped. Utilities including electricity, water supply, and a septic tank system are available. The building-to-land ratio is 60% and the floor area ratio is 200%. The seller has provided a special note clarifying that minpaku (private lodging/guesthouse) operations are not permitted on this property.
The surrounding area of Yufuin is one of Japan's most famous hot spring and resort destinations, nestled in a picturesque valley with views of Mount Yufu. The area is renowned for its charming streets, art museums, and beautiful natural scenery. A notable nearby landmark is Kinrinko (Golden Scale Lake), a stunning lake famous for the mist that rises from its surface on cool mornings, located approximately 3.2 kilometers from the property.