Charming Traditional Wooden House in Yanagawa, Fukuoka
This property is a traditional Japanese wooden house built in January 1969, located in the historic canal city of Yanagawa, Fukuoka Prefecture. The house offers a total floor area of 49.01 sqm (approx. 14.82 tsubo) spread over two stories. The layout is a 4K configuration, comprising three Japanese-style rooms (6-jo, 6-jo, and 3-jo), one Western-style room (6-jo), and a 2-jo kitchen area. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with propane gas and a public water supply system. A special note mentions that the toilet is a pit latrine (汲取), indicating a traditional system. The land is registered as residential land (宅地) with full ownership rights (所有権). It is situated in a commercial zoning area within an unlined city planning zone. The building-to-land ratio is 80% with a floor area ratio of 300%. The land area is 53.71 sqm (approx. 16.24 tsubo) by official registry. There is no dedicated parking space available.
The property is located in the Okihata-machi district of Yanagawa, a city famed for its extensive network of canals, often called the "Venice of Japan." A short 5-minute walk will take you to the Suitengu Iriguchi bus stop. The area is rich in history and culture, centered around the Yanagawa canals, which were originally built for drainage and transport by the feudal lord Tachibana Muneshige. The closest major landmark is the stunning Yanagawa Castle ruins, which are surrounded by beautiful gardens and offer a glimpse into the region's samurai past.
