Vacant Land in the Serene Atagoyama Area of Karuizawa
This property is a substantial 1,329 square meter (approximately 402 tsubo) plot of land situated in the prestigious and tranquil Atagoyama district of Karuizawa. The location is highly desirable, being only about 770 meters, or a 10-minute walk, from the famous Karuizawa Ginza shopping street. The area is characterized by its natural beauty and quiet atmosphere, with many villas featuring beautiful moss gardens in the vicinity.
According to the agent's notes, the land is currently vacant and ready for immediate handover. A critical detail from the special notes is that the sale of this land is based on the registered (公簿) area. This means that even if an actual survey measurement shows an increase or decrease in the area, there will be no financial adjustment or settlement based on that difference. The property is supplied with electricity from Chubu Electric Power Company, LP gas via an individual system, and town water. It is important to note that while the main water line is installed along the front road, separate connection work will be required to bring the supply onto the land. Furthermore, as the front road is a private road, permission from the owner will be necessary for any construction work.
The land is zoned as a Category I Exclusive Low-Rise Residential District, with a building coverage ratio of 20% and a floor area ratio of 20%. Construction is subject to the Nagano Prefecture Landscape Ordinance and the Karuizawa Town Nature Conservation Measures, which impose height restrictions of 10 meters or two stories, and setback requirements of at least 5.0 meters from the road boundary and 3.0 meters from neighboring property lines.
The Karuizawa area is one of Japan's most famous and historic resort towns, long favored as a summer retreat for its cool climate and beautiful natural surroundings. An interesting fact is that the town's development as a resort began in the late 19th century when a Canadian missionary, Alexander Croft Shaw, introduced it as a summer escape from the heat of Yokohama. The closest major landmark is the iconic Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, a large outlet mall complex set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Asama, an active volcano.
