A Traditional Japanese Home on a Hilltop in Soja City

This property is a charming 5DK Japanese-style house located on the elevated grounds of Nishisakadai in Soja City, Okayama Prefecture. Built in August 1982, this 43-year-old wooden structure offers 99.83 square meters of living space across two storeys, set on a generous 194.88 square meter corner plot. The home's layout provides ample room for a family or even multi-generational living. Its position on a hilltop ensures a peaceful atmosphere, complemented by the quiet residential neighborhood.

The property comes equipped with a range of modern conveniences integrated into its traditional design. Key facilities include an energy-saving water heater, an IH cooking heater, and an all-electric power system. It is connected to electricity, tap water, and sewer systems. The interior features wooden flooring, a designated indoor space for a washing machine, and a classic Japanese engawa (veranda). The home also boasts a private garden, adding to its serene appeal. Notable features highlighted by the agent are the accessibility to two different railway lines and the quiet, residential character of the area.

Soja City is a historically rich area in Okayama, known for its connection to ancient kofun burial mounds and traditional industries. An interesting local fact is that the city's name, "Soja," literally means "all shrines," originating from a complex where deities from all the province's shrines were enshrined together. The property offers convenient access to both Soja and Kurashiki areas. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, approximately a 30-minute drive away, famous for its beautifully preserved Edo-period merchant houses and willow-lined canals.