Spacious 9LDK Property at the Foot of Mount Gassan in Yamagata
This exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to own a vast 450-tsubo (approximately 1,488 square meters) plot of land with a two-story, 9LDK wooden house in Shōnai Town, Yamagata Prefecture. The house, built around 40 years ago, is in good condition despite its age and features a traditional tiled roof. The layout includes four Japanese-style rooms (6-10 tatami mats each) and one Western-style room on the first floor, plus two Japanese-style rooms, two Western-style rooms, and a loft on the second floor. The first-floor rooms open onto a classic engawa (veranda), perfect for relaxing. The dining kitchen is spacious enough for large-scale cooking. A detached prefabricated garage with a functioning shutter and ample on-site parking for multiple vehicles is a significant asset in this car-dependent area.
Essential agent notes translated from Japanese: There are residual items (books, clothing, etc.) inside, but the current owner will retrieve them before handover. A water leak occurred in the kitchen area, so the water supply to the boiler has been stopped. As a temporary measure, the owner has run a hose from an instant water heater to the bathroom. Approximately 10 roof tiles were displaced and fell due to snow weight. There is some staining on part of the ceiling from driving rain. The side of the prefab garage is partially damaged, but the shutter is intact. The property includes an additional storage shed and features a water reservoir and a small shrine built by the original owner. Utilities (electricity, gas, water) are currently stopped, but water and electricity can be reconnected upon request (gas is subject to consultation). The adjacent irrigation canal water is clean enough to drink. The owner offers a short-stay trial (up to one week, free of charge) to experience the property and area before purchase.
The property is situated in a region rich with natural attractions. The area is renowned for its clean water sourced from Mount Gassan, one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, and its fertile land producing delicious vegetables, rice, and local sake. An interesting local fact is that Mount Gassan is such a significant power spot that it hosts a shrine at its 1,984-meter summit. The closest major tourist attraction is Mount Gassan itself, a popular destination for summer hiking and spiritual visits. The region also offers nearby ski resorts, campgrounds, and numerous hot springs.
