A Century-Old Traditional Japanese House with Boundless Potential in Fukushima
Key features and equipment notes from the agent highlight the property's character and requirements. The house includes a spacious entrance, Japanese-style rooms (washitsu), a sunlit engawa (veranda), a large living room, and a retro-style kitchen that was renovated in 1985 (Showa 60) from an earthen floor to a wooden floor. The kitchen also features a sink, a kitchen window, and underfloor storage. The toilet was moved indoors in 1984 (Showa 59). A standout feature is the atrium (吹き抜け) above the living room, creating a sense of grandeur. The bath is uniquely located in a separate outbuilding on the property, though the door is currently inaccessible and would require checking upon purchase. Additional structures on the land include a traditional storehouse (土蔵), two warehouses (currently collapsed or covered in ivy and unusable), and a garage. The sale includes the main house, the residential plot, and an adjacent field. The field surrounds the residential plot, and access to the road requires crossing it, so it is included in the sale.
Critical special notes detail the current state of utilities. Electricity is not usable; while internal wiring is in place, the external connection has been severed, requiring new wiring work from the power lines. Both water supply and sewerage are also not usable. Renovation work is essential, but the scale and classic elements like exposed beams offer fantastic raw material for a transformation.
The area, Tamura City in Fukushima, is known for its rich natural setting within the Abukuma Highlands, with about 70% of the city being forested. The nearby Funehiki town area offers convenience with supermarkets and shopping centers. An interesting local fact is that the city is part of the historic Shirakawa Domain, a key checkpoint region during the Edo period. For visitors and future residents, a major nearby tourist attraction is the iconic Abukuma Caves, a stunning network of limestone caverns known as one of the most beautiful in the Orient, located within a reasonable driving distance.
