Vacant Land in Karuizawa's Oiwake Bunka Village
This vacant land parcel, located in the sought-after Oiwake Bunka Village area of Karuizawa, presents a prime opportunity for building a vacation home or a year-round residence. The property is a substantial 1,642.91 square meters (approximately 497 tsubo) of flat land, offering ample space for design and landscaping. It is situated just a 5-minute walk (about 400 meters) from the historic Shinaro Oiwake Station area, providing a blend of serene resort living with convenient access.
Critical agent notes provide essential details for potential buyers. The property is equipped with electricity from Chubu Electric Power Co. Importantly, the sale of this land is based on the registered (public ledger) area. The agent's remarks explicitly state: "This land is bought and sold based on the public ledger area, and there will be no settlement for any increase or decrease in the actual measured area." Furthermore, there is an optional annual road management fee of 65,601 yen (tax included), which calculates to 132 yen per tsubo. Buyers should also note that for construction vehicle access, a one-time road usage fee of 110,000 yen (tax included) is payable to the road manager, Saku Tsuun Co., Ltd.
The land is zoned as a Category I Low-Rise Exclusive Residential District, with a building-to-land ratio of 20% and a floor area ratio of 20%. It faces public and private roads on two sides. The area is governed by the Nagano Prefecture Landscape Ordinance and the Karuizawa Town Nature Conservation Measures, which include height restrictions of 10 meters or two stories and mandated setbacks from boundaries.
Karuzawa is renowned as a premier highland resort, famous for its cool summers, beautiful natural scenery, and upscale shopping. An interesting fact is that Karuizawa was originally developed as a summer retreat for foreign diplomats and the Japanese elite in the late 19th century, cementing its status as a prestigious getaway. The closest major landmark is the iconic Usui Pass Observation Deck, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, a popular spot for visitors to the region.
