Traditional Kominka with Wood Stove and Solar Water Heating in Nakagawa Village
This fully renovated traditional kominka is located in Nakagawa Village, Kamiina District, Nagano Prefecture. The property offers panoramic views of both the Central and Southern Japanese Alps from its mid-mountain position. The current owner moved from the Kanto region and has lived here for many years, deciding to sell after finding a new location for the next chapter of life.
The main house features a 5LDK layout with a total floor area of 64.1 square meters, while the separate annex is 88.99 square meters. There is also a two-story storehouse (kura) of 46.36 square meters. The entire property underwent a comprehensive renovation approximately ten years ago, costing over 10 million yen, including new roof tiles. The living room in the main house uses solid wood flooring and remains relatively warm in winter. The kitchen is an island kitchen design, creating a relaxed atmosphere. A skylight is installed in the ceiling. The annex was built using traditional construction methods and offers excellent air quality and privacy, with no noise from the outside world, making it a quiet space conducive to deep sleep. The connecting corridor between the main house and the annex is a sunroom made of solid wood and glass. The closets also use solid wood materials.
The property is equipped with a Yelka brand wood stove, popular among wood stove enthusiasts, capable of baking pizza, bread, and sweet potatoes, with a chimney. Solar water heating panels were installed in the garden two years ago, providing hot water for both the bath and kitchen. An eco-friendly kerosene water heater was also introduced at the same time. A miso storage room has been built, allowing for food stockpiling. There is a pond in the garden fed by natural spring water. The property includes a satellite antenna and parking space for approximately five cars. The land size is 1,662.16 square meters. The structure is a single-story wooden building. The property is currently occupied by the owner. The asking price is 18,700,000 yen. The sale is on an as-is basis and by public register.
