Historic 1929 Traditional Japanese House in Kaiyo, Tokushima
This property is a unique and historic traditional Japanese house located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Okuura, Kaiyo Town, Tokushima Prefecture. Built in January 1929, this 97-year-old home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Japanese architectural history. The property features a generous building area of 104.90 square meters spread over two stories, with a classic 5K layout providing five rooms plus a kitchen.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with separate bathroom and toilet facilities, electricity, running water, a septic tank (汲取), and propane gas. It also includes a garden. The home is situated on a corner lot and is south-facing, ensuring good sunlight. Additional features include a system kitchen, two toilets, a reheating function for the bath, suitability for multi-generational living, and a monitor-equipped intercom. Parking is available for two or more vehicles.
Kaiyo Town in Tokushima Prefecture is known for its stunning coastal scenery along the Pacific Ocean and its relaxed, rural atmosphere. An interesting local fact is that the town is home to part of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, a famous 1,200-kilometer circular trail connecting 88 temples associated with the Buddhist monk Kukai. The closest major landmark is the dramatic coastal rock formation known as Muroto Misaki in neighboring Muroto City, a designated part of the Muroto-Anan Kaigan Quasi-National Park, offering spectacular ocean views and hiking trails.