Spacious Land with an Old House and Farmland in Minano's Kanazawa Area
This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a large plot of land in the Kanazawa area of Minano Town, Saitama Prefecture. The expansive 1,421 square meter site includes an existing old house, farmland, and woodland. The land is officially registered as farmland, and the purchase comes with a critical condition: the buyer must commit to cultivating the agricultural portion of the land. The existing wooden structure, built in an unknown year, has a floor area of 46 square meters. However, the agent's notes clearly state that the house is considered unusable; a floor plan is unavailable, and interior viewings are not possible. Significant repairs would be required, and the recommended course of action is demolition.
Purchasing this property involves several important steps and associated costs. As the land is classified as farmland, agricultural land conversion is necessary. The conversion limit is 500 square meters, so the lot must first be subdivided (分筆). The buyer is responsible for all related expenses, including surveying, subdivision, and the conversion application fees. The property is sold 'as-is' (現況有姿), meaning the buyer also bears the costs for demolition and deregistration of the building. The agent estimates these total additional costs to be approximately 3 million yen on top of the purchase price. The remaining farmland must be cultivated after conversion. An additional attached woodland area also requires a land category change, either through conversion or reclassification to forest.
The area is part of the scenic Chichibu region, known for its deep connection to Japanese mythology and stunning natural landscapes. An interesting local fact is that nearby Mount Buko, a symbol of the region, is composed of ancient coral reef limestone, making it a unique geological feature. The property is within driving distance of the famous Nagatoro Gorge, a national natural monument where visitors can enjoy boat rides through dramatic rock formations on the Arakawa River.
