Historic Kominka in Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture
This property is a traditional Japanese kominka located in Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture, along the Uchikawa canal, an area sometimes referred to as the Venice of Japan. The building is approximately 50 years old and offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a historic structure with commercial or residential potential.
The first floor features a workshop space with a depth of approximately 8 meters (4.5 ken), creating an open, undivided area suitable for various uses such as a shop or gallery. The second floor workshop is even more spacious, with a depth of approximately 12.7 meters (7 ken). The beams are single pieces of rare local pine (jimatsu) measuring 5.5 meters in length. The property includes a unique transom (ranma) that utilizes the natural cracks in the wood rather than carvings. The first floor work area has an earthen floor (doma) without concrete, preserving a rustic atmosphere.
The land area is 247.93 square meters, and the total floor area is 198.34 square meters. The building structure and number of stories are not specified. The property does not include land ownership rights. The price is listed as negotiable, and renovation costs are not provided. The address is Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture. The property is located in a scenic area along the Uchikawa canal, known for its fishing boats and use as a film location, offering a distinctive neighborhood context.
