A Traditional Japanese Home with Irori Hut and Garden in Komagane, Nagano
This unique property is a two-story traditional Japanese house located in the rural outskirts of Komagane City, Nagano Prefecture. Situated approximately 10 minutes southeast of the city center, it lies in a peaceful farming area where homes are spaced about 100 meters apart, with this residence positioned closest to the Tenryu River. The house was constructed between 1961 and 1980 in three separate building phases, resulting in a spacious layout ideal for multi-generational living. It features six Japanese-style rooms on the first floor and two Western-style rooms on the second floor, with two separate entrances facilitating use as a dual-family home.
The property's equipment includes electricity, public water supply, and a simple flush toilet system (currently a septic tank). The washing and bathing areas were renovated in 2015. The site offers parking space for approximately three cars. A standout feature is the presence of an 8-tatami mat sized traditional irori (sunken hearth) hut within the grounds, alongside a scenic garden featuring stones and pine trees. The sunny southern portion of the land is suitable for a vegetable garden, which can be enjoyed without requiring formal farming qualifications.
Special notes indicate that there is an unregistered irori hut on the premises. Regarding future renovations, it is important to note that there are no plans to extend the public sewer line to the front road. Therefore, any upgrades would require conversion to a combined septic tank system. The property falls under the Komagane City Landscape Ordinance.
The Komagane area is nestled between the two Japanese Alps, offering stunning mountain vistas and access to outdoor activities. An interesting local fact is that Komagane is home to the Komagatake Ropeway, which provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Central Alps and the Southern Alps. The closest major landmark is the majestic Mount Hoken, a prominent peak in the Central Alps range, which is a popular destination for hiking and nature appreciation.
