Seaside Resort Property with Panoramic Views of the Seto Inland Sea
This unique property, originally built as a corporate retreat for a listed company, is a versatile facility perfectly positioned on the Murotsu Peninsula in Hikari City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The location offers stunning, unobstructed views over the tranquil Seto Inland Sea, similar to the scenic appeal of Hakodate City, as the area is a popular resort spot formed by a sandspit connecting islands.
The building is a robust two-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure, a rare feature for a ryokan-style building, providing excellent earthquake resistance. The property includes a main building and an adjacent wooden single-story annex, allowing for easy on-site management of operations. The layout is ideal for a ryokan business, featuring a complete set of facilities including a front desk, dining room, kitchen, large public bath, and guest rooms. The northeast-facing orientation towards the sea ensures ample natural light and secures the magnificent ocean views.
Key equipment and features include electricity, public water supply, an individual septic tank (connectable to public sewer), and parking. Special notes from the agent indicate the annual fixed asset tax for FY2025 is 634,500 yen and the city planning tax is 150,300 yen. The property is located within tsunami (0.3-2.0m) and storm surge (0.5-3.0m) hazard map zones. Future buyers will be responsible for the sewer connection construction cost, estimated at approximately 2.5 million yen. The land is flat, zoned as Category I Medium-to-High-Rise Exclusive Residential District within the urbanization promotion area, with a building coverage ratio of 60% and a floor area ratio of 200%.
The Murotsu area is a serene coastal community known for its fishing culture and relaxed pace of life. An interesting local fact is that the peninsula's unique geography, a 'tombolo' or tied island, creates a distinctive landscape reminiscent of more famous locations like Hakodate. The property is approximately 48 km from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport, providing regional access. The closest major landmark is the iconic Kintai Bridge (Kintaikyo) in Iwakani, one of Japan's most famous and historically significant wooden arch bridges, renowned for its beautiful architecture and scenic riverside setting.
