Traditional Kominka in Tsuchiura City, Ibaraki Prefecture

This property is a traditional Japanese kominka located in a quiet residential area of Tsuchiura City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The main house, built in 1989, is surrounded by a mix of young and mature trees, offering a private living environment. The previous owner renovated the house in August 2022, which included updates to the water facilities, partial wall and flooring replacements, and the installation of a deck. The main house has a total of 11 rooms, combining traditional tatami rooms with Western-style rooms, providing flexibility for modern living. These spaces can be used as bedrooms, home offices, children's rooms, hobby rooms, guest accommodations, or storage. The second floor has been updated with a newly added shower, dressing room, and toilet from 2022. The main garden features newly planted cherry blossom trees and a traditional wisteria trellis. The property also includes two separate storage buildings that can be used as workshops, studios, or hobby rooms. Plot B (684-4) is currently farmland within an Urbanization Promotion Zone, where conversion to residential land is generally permitted. The land can also be used immediately as a home garden. Plots C and F are private roads with shared ownership between this property and neighboring properties. Vehicle access and parking are most conveniently arranged from Plot A (684-6). Even with the farmland, foreign buyers are permitted to purchase the property without restriction. Tsuchiura City is located along the western shore of Lake Kasumigaura and serves as an important regional center in southern Ibaraki Prefecture. The city is popular among cyclists, with a variety of cycling routes around Lake Kasumigaura. In recent years, the Kandatsu neighborhood has seen steady residential development. Daily necessities such as supermarkets, local shops, and services are within walking distance. JR Kandatsu Station is also easily accessible on foot, providing convenient connections to central Tokyo and surrounding cities.