An Ocean-View Fixer-Upper on the Shimanami Kaido
This property is a two-story wooden house, over 60 years old, located on Mukojima Island in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. It offers a panoramic view of the Onomichi cityscape across the water. The building is a combination of old and new structures, with the newer section being approximately 100 sqm. The layout is roughly 6DK, featuring six Japanese-style rooms, a kitchen, storage, and toilets (pit-style). The house was used by the previous owner, a farmer, until his passing and has been vacant for about four years, though it has been regularly cleaned and aired out.
Essential equipment notes translated from the agent: The property is suitable for those considering renovation. To live in it as-is, repairs are necessary, especially to the water areas (the bathroom flooring and the usability of the solar water heater for the bath are uncertain). The gas is propane. The bath uses a kerosene boiler, but its status is unknown as it hasn't been used for some time. Electricity is connected and functional. Cooking was done with IH, so the gas requires checking. The tatami mats on the second floor may need replacing or maintenance. There are toilets on both the first and second floors for convenience. Laundry can be dried on a third-floor free space where it dries well.
A unique feature is the inclusion of a roughly 450 sqm field within a 5-minute walk. Previously used for cultivating citrus like mikan and figs, it is now overgrown. A garage on the property contains agricultural tools (e.g., an engine-powered insecticide sprayer) available for use. The area enjoys a warm climate ideal for fruit cultivation.
The island of Mukojima is part of the famous Shimanami Kaido cycling route, a major tourist attraction. The retro streets around the port have served as film locations for movies by director Nobuhiko Obayashi, adding a cinematic charm to the locale.
