Traditional Kominka House for Rent in Iga City, Mie Prefecture
This property is a traditional Japanese kominka (old folk house) available for rent in Iga City, Mie Prefecture. The house is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from Iga Railway's Nishiote Station, offering excellent access to local transportation.
The property features a spacious 336 square meter (approximately 101.64 tsubo) layout with a 5DK floor plan, providing ample room for comfortable living. The building is a two-story wooden structure, though the exact year of construction is unknown. Key equipment and facilities include a separate bath and toilet (B/T), flush toilet, septic tank, city gas, and other water supply systems. The property also includes desirable features such as a south-facing orientation, flooring, air conditioning, and a follow-up heating function for the bath.
According to the agent's notes, the property requires some repair work. It uniquely features a storehouse (kura), a well, and a central courtyard, adding significant traditional character. Parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood, and there is space for a washing machine. Pets are negotiable (consultation required). The key money (reikin) is 50,000 yen, the security deposit (shikikin) is 50,000 yen, and the monthly rent is 50,000 yen. Management fees are unknown, and the handover date is subject to consultation.
The local area is well-served by amenities. Ueno Nishi Elementary School is approximately 0.7km away, Suko Junior High School is about 0.3km away, a supermarket is 1.4km away, and a convenience store is a very close 0.4km from the property. Iga City is famously known as the birthplace of the ninja, home to the Iga-ryu Ninja Museum. A major landmark near this property is the historic Iga Ueno Castle, a beautifully preserved castle located within Iga Ueno Park, offering a glimpse into the region's samurai past.
