Spacious Traditional Home in Gujo Hachiman's Serene Countryside
Nestled within the lush, natural surroundings of the Meihō district in Gujo City, this substantial property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Japanese heritage. Built in January 1942, this 84-year-old wooden two-storey house presents a classic 'kominka' (old folk house) style with a generous layout of 10LDK, making it ideally suited for multi-generational living. The total floor area is a spacious 356.00㎡, set on a large 1,577.00㎡ plot of land, providing ample room for gardens and outdoor activities.
The property is equipped with a shower, a separate bath and toilet room, a toilet, and a bath. Utilities include electricity, tap water, a septic tank, and propane gas. Water sources are public water supply and a well. The home features traditional Japanese-style rooms, including at least one room of 8 tatami mats or larger, along with ample storage space and a walk-in closet. Special notes indicate the presence of a separate 15-jo (approx. 24.8㎡) warehouse and a 16-jo (approx. 26.4㎡) detached guest house. For families, a school bus service is available from the national highway, which is a 1.2km walk from the property. The listing also notes that measures are in place for dealing with steep slope collapse.
Key features highlight that this is a registered 'Akiya Bank' (vacant house bank) property. It boasts a riverside location within a verdant residential area with low surrounding traffic. The area is close to a ski resort and offers beautiful田园 scenery, excellent views, good ventilation, and abundant sunlight, with views of the mountains. The property is south-facing, located on a corner lot in a quiet neighborhood, and includes parking for two or more cars.
The surrounding area of Gujo Hachiman is famed for its pristine waterways and historic townscape. An interesting local fact is that Gujo Hachiman is renowned for its summer Bon dance festival, the Gujo Odori, which lasts for over 30 nights and is designated an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan. The closest major landmark is the stunning Gujo Hachiman Castle, a mountaintop fortress offering panoramic views of the town and valley, accessible by a scenic hike.