Traditional Japanese House with Shop Space in the Serene Mountains of Tenkawa Village
This unique property, registered as T23, is a traditional wooden 'Yoshino-style' house located in the peaceful Sawahara area of Tenkawa Village, Nara Prefecture. It offers a generous layout of 7DK, spread over two floors and a basement, making it suitable for a residence combined with a shop or as a spacious retreat. The first floor features an 8-tatami mat Japanese room and a 4-tatami mat room with a kitchen, while the basement includes a 6-tatami mat room and a 4.5-tatami mat room, also with a kitchen, bathroom, and toilet. The property sits on a substantial plot of approximately 390.72 square meters, with a total floor area of 205.67 square meters.
Critical agent notes specify that the property requires a full set of equipment renovations, will be transferred in its current 'as-is' condition, and comes with no equipment warranty. The building, constructed in the Showa 30s (mid-1950s), has been vacant since approximately 2002 (Heisei 14). Essential utilities include electricity and a septic tank for the toilet, but note that the propane gas system and the well water pump are currently faulty. The property includes parking space and additional vacant land.
Tenkawa Village is nestled in the Yoshino region, an area renowned for its sacred mountains, ancient pilgrimage routes, and stunning natural beauty. A notable nearby attraction is the Yoshino-Kumano National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site encompassing lush forests, deep gorges, and historic temples. The property is approximately a 62-minute drive from the nearest major station, Kintetsu Yoshino Line's Shimoichiguchi Station, offering access to the wider Kansai region while providing a tranquil mountain lifestyle.