A Spacious Traditional Home in Usuki, Oita
This property presents a rare opportunity to own a substantial piece of land with a traditional Japanese home in the historic city of Usuki, Oita Prefecture. The house, built in 1933, offers a generous floor area of 142.14 square meters (approximately 42.99 tsubo) laid out in a 5DK configuration, providing ample space for living. The land itself is an expansive 693.21 square meters (approximately 209.69 tsubo), offering significant potential for gardening, expansion, or simply enjoying private outdoor space.
Critical details from the agent notes include the road access situation: the property fronts a single public road to the east, which is 2.7 meters wide, with a frontage of 15 meters. Furthermore, the property is subject to the Usuki City Landscape Ordinance and the Cultural Properties Protection Law, indicating its location in an area of historical or scenic importance where any modifications or new construction would require careful consideration and likely approval to preserve the local character.
The property is designated as an "akiya" (vacant house) and is situated on a flat plot of land within an Urban Planning Area designated as a Category II Medium-to-High-Rise Exclusive Residential Zone. Building coverage is limited to 60% with a floor area ratio of 200%. The wooden structure is a two-story building and includes parking.
Usuki is a city renowned for its well-preserved samurai district and the stunning Usuki Stone Buddhas, a national treasure featuring dozens of 12th-century Buddhist figures carved directly into the cliff faces. The area offers a unique blend of historical atmosphere and natural beauty, situated along the coast of Bungo Channel. The property is conveniently located just a 12-minute walk from Usuki Station on the JR Nippo Main Line, providing regional connectivity.