Spacious Traditional Japanese Home with Extensive Land in Kasaoka, Okayama
This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial traditional-style home registered with the Kasaoka City Akiya Bank. The residence offers a generous 9DK layout within a 272.21 sqm building, providing ample space for a large family or potential multi-generational living. The home is situated on a vast 961.00 sqm plot of land in a quiet, south-facing residential area.
The property is equipped with an IH cooking heater, shower, separate bath and toilet rooms, a toilet, a bath, a bathroom with a window, city water, a septic tank, public water supply, and a well. It features Japanese-style rooms (washitsu), a dedicated garden, a separate vegetable garden, and plentiful storage space. The washroom is independent. Special features include the possibility of office use, its registration with the local vacant house bank, and its charming old folk house (kominka) style.
Important notes from the agent clarify the condition: there are almost no furnishings or household goods included. The usability of the well is unknown. The estate includes a detached guest house (hanare) and a shed. Furthermore, separate from the main house, there is a 598 sqm residential plot. The land package is extensive, including three fields totaling 692 sqm, one rice paddy of 509 sqm, three forested mountain plots covering 5480 sqm, and one wilderness area of 162 sqm.
The area of Kasaoka in Okayama Prefecture offers a blend of coastal and rural living. An interesting local fact is that Kasaoka is known for its thriving oyster farming industry in the nearby Seto Inland Sea. The closest major landmark and tourist attraction is the iconic Kasaoka Islands, a scenic archipelago accessible via ferry, renowned for its beautiful coastal landscapes and hiking trails.
