A Spacious Land Parcel in the Historic Karuizawa Resort Area
This expansive 2,082 square meter land parcel is situated in the prestigious and historic Mikasa area of Old Karuizawa, a region renowned for its serene, high-end resort atmosphere. The property is located approximately 500 meters, or a two-minute drive, from the site of the historic Mikasa Hotel, placing it in a quiet, secluded environment often described as the inner sanctum of Old Karuizawa. The land is remarkably flat and offers a sense of privacy and tranquility, surrounded by lush greenery.
According to the agent's notes, the property's equipment includes electricity supplied by Chubu Electric Power Co. A special note clarifies that the distance to the shared portion of the land is approximately 179.3 meters to the north. The land is officially registered as forest, public road, and miscellaneous land. It has frontage on three sides via private, unpaved roads. The property is subject to a setback requirement of approximately 1 square meter. Important to note is that a portion of the land in the southwest corner (12.72 square meters) is under a lease agreement with a third party for a water supply receiving tank, with a monthly rent of 60,000 yen. Additionally, part of the property falls within a sediment disaster warning area (yellow zone).
The property is designated as Category I Low-Rise Exclusive Residential Zone, with a building coverage ratio and floor area ratio each limited to 20%. Height is restricted to 10 meters or two stories, with mandatory setbacks from road and neighboring boundaries. For villa use, the estimated monthly running costs are 10,177 yen, covering annual management, road maintenance, streetlight cooperation, and villa association fees. Utilities are separate. The transaction is an agency sale, and the land is vacant and ready for handover.
The Karuizawa area is a world-famous summer resort, historically favored by the imperial family and international dignitaries. It seamlessly blends natural beauty with sophisticated culture, featuring high-end boutiques, art museums, and gourmet restaurants nestled among forests and lakes. A major landmark close to this property is the historic Karuizawa St. Paul's Catholic Church, a beautiful wooden structure that is a symbol of the area's long history as a retreat. The property offers a rare opportunity to build a custom villa in one of Japan's most exclusive and naturally beautiful resort towns.
