Island Retreat with Historic Charm in Hagi's Oshima
This unique property presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history on the island of Oshima, located approximately 10 kilometers north of Hagi Port. The building itself is old, reflecting its construction period in the early Showa era, which means it is over 90 years old. While furnishings remain inside, they will be removed upon contract agreement. The property is offered at a remarkably accessible price point, under 1 million yen, with the final price open to negotiation.
The house is equipped with separate bath and toilet rooms, a bath, toilet, running water, sewerage, and propane gas. The layout is a generous 10SDK, providing ample space across a building area of 107.10 square meters. The land area is even more spacious at 211.57 square meters and includes valuable additional facilities: a warehouse, farmland, and mountain forest. The property features two parking spaces, is south-facing, and situated in a quiet residential area on a corner plot. Other notable points include a system kitchen, two toilets, a bath with re-heating function, making it suitable for multi-generational living, and a monitor-equipped intercom.
Access to the island is via a regular ferry service, which operates four round trips daily, with a journey time of 25 minutes. The location is convenient, with Oshima Elementary and Junior High School just an 8-minute walk away. This listing is designated as a priority property for "UJI-turners" (a play on U-turn, meaning those returning to a rural area) until August 15, 2023.
The island of Oshima offers a tranquil escape from city life, surrounded by the scenic waters of the Sea of Japan. Hagi City on the mainland is famed for its beautifully preserved samurai district and Hagi Castle ruins, a key site from the Edo period and a major tourist attraction. This property represents a chance to embrace a slower pace of life in a historically rich and naturally beautiful part of Yamaguchi Prefecture.
