Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina 8B Building: A Compact Highland Retreat
Nestled within the scenic highlands of Nagano Prefecture, this 1LDK apartment in the Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina 8B Building offers a serene escape with picturesque views. The southeast-facing living, dining, and kitchen area features a large picture window that frames the ever-changing seasonal scenery of the plateau, bringing the beauty of nature indoors. The Japanese-style room is integrated with the LDK, providing versatile space that can serve as a guest room or a relaxing lounge area. The unit is further enhanced by a built-in storage bed, ensuring comfortable living within a compact yet efficient layout.
The property is well-equipped and maintained. The electricity is supplied by Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc. The property uses LP gas via a centralized system and has a private water supply managed by Tokyu Real Estate Co., Ltd. Hot water is provided by a gas water heater, and the unit is connected to a centralized sewage treatment system. A major renovation was completed in August 2020, with the unit bearing a temporary special assessment of 885,000 yen (the initial plan was 1.57 million yen). The next major renovation is scheduled for 2032, with the cost for the unit yet to be determined. Please note that the Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina is designated as a sediment disaster warning zone and sediment disaster special warning zone.
Critical agent notes regarding equipment and costs have been translated. The meter box area is 0.58 m² (0.17 tsubo). For villa use under personal ownership, the annual municipal and prefectural inhabitant tax is 4,500 yen. Additional one-time fees include a deposit for balance settlement upon contract completion of 477,000 yen (non-taxable) and a name change fee of 55,000 yen (tax included). A separate stamp duty of 400 yen is required at the time of purchase; for land and detached houses with two or more lots, 400 yen is required per lot. Future costs include a leasehold renewal administrative fee of 110,000 yen (tax included, separate), leasehold renewal registration fees (separate), and gas and electricity charges (separate).
The surrounding Tateshina and Yatsugatake area is a renowned highland resort region. An interesting local fact is that Lake Shirakaba, a beautiful crater lake nearby, was formed by volcanic activity and is a popular spot for outdoor recreation. The closest major landmark is the majestic Yatsugatake mountain range, a celebrated destination for hiking and skiing, offering breathtaking vistas throughout the year.
