Historic Meiji-Era Townhouse with Renovated Cafe Space in Yaotsu's Kutami District

This property is a historic townhouse with over 150 years of history, dating back to the Meiji era. Located in the heart of the Kutami district of Yaotsu Town, it is a well-known local landmark, especially during the spring Kutami Festival when six festival floats gather here. Before becoming vacant, the building operated as a shop selling clothing, accessories, and handicrafts. In 2020 (Reiwa 2), it was renovated as part of a local community revitalization project and has since been operating as a cafe and set-meal restaurant.

The renovation included substantial foundational work and wall repairs, representing a significant investment that is already complete. For anyone wishing to continue the restaurant business, the property is turnkey ready with a fully equipped kitchen. The spacious layout can accommodate many customers, offering potential for various business models such as a daytime cafe and an evening izakaya (pub).

Please note that the property was renovated specifically as a shop, so it currently lacks residential facilities, most notably a bath. To use it as a shop with a residence, installation of a bath and partitioning of the large open customer area into rooms would be necessary. Equipment inside the property is subject to consultation.

The location is highly convenient, with an elementary school, agricultural cooperative, and town hall branch office all within a 5-minute walk. The property's north side includes a large parking area, a storehouse (kura), and a small vegetable garden, offering a taste of open, rural living.

The surrounding area of Yaotsu is rich in natural beauty, situated along the Kiso River. A notable nearby attraction is the Museum of Meiji Mura in nearby Inuyama City, an extensive open-air architectural museum preserving over 60 buildings from Japan's Meiji, Taisho, and early Showa periods, offering a fascinating glimpse into the era when this historic townhouse was built.