Spacious Post-War Home on Generous Plot in Hyogo's Ichikawa Town
This substantial property, listed as 'Used Detached House for Sale [28-07]', offers a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home with significant space. Built in January 1947, this two-storey wooden structure stands on a large 527.19 square meter plot, with a total building area of 291.83 square meters. The layout is an expansive 8K (eight rooms plus kitchen), providing ample room for a large family or multi-generational living. The property is situated in a quiet, south-facing residential neighborhood on a corner plot.
Key equipment and facilities include a separate bath and toilet (B/T), electricity, tap water, a septic tank (汲取), and propane gas. The property has undergone some updates, including a roof tile renovation on the north building in the summer of 2018, and a public sewerage manhole is already installed on-site. Please note that some repairs are still necessary. Parking is available for two or more vehicles, and the home features a monitor-equipped intercom system.
The location in Ichikawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture, offers a peaceful lifestyle while remaining connected. The property is a 25-minute walk from JR Hatakosen Line's Tsurui Station. According to the agent's notes, key local facilities include Tsurui Elementary School (2km), Ichikawa Junior High School (2.2km), Ichikawa Minami IC (3km), the Town Hall (2.3km), the Culture Center & Library (2.9km), a Sports Center (3.6km), Yagata Post Office (2.1km), and Kanzaki General Hospital (7.6km).
The surrounding area of northern Hyogo is known for its natural beauty and historical sites. An interesting local fact is that the region is part of the ancient Tajima Province, known for its high-quality beef and hot springs. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned as the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture, located approximately a 40-minute drive south.
