Samurai Residence District Land with Historic Old House in Shimabara
This unique property offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial plot of land within the historic Samurai Residence District (武家屋敷町並み保存地区) of Shimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture. The land spans 942.11 sqm (approximately 285 tsubo) and includes an existing old house (古屋) that will be transferred in its current condition (現状渡し). The property is situated on a one-sided road (一方道路) to the east, with a public road width of 4.6 meters and a frontage of 37 meters.
Key equipment and features include water supply from a well (水道（井戸）) and the land comes with attached farmland (農地付). It is important to note that the registered land category for a portion of the plot is "field" (畑 - 2 lots totaling 476 sqm), meaning conversion from agricultural land or a change in land category registration is required. The property is located on a street with vehicle traffic restrictions due to its historical nature, but a community parking lot is available directly across the street.
The property is subject to several legal and regulatory frameworks, including the Landscape Act (景観法), the Agricultural Land Act (農地法) requiring notification, Article 22 Area regulations, the local Landscape Planning Area, the Teppomachi Town Development Agreement Area (鉄砲町街づくり協定地区), and the Samurai Residence Townscape Preservation District (武家屋敷町並み保存地区). The land is zoned as Category I Low-Rise Exclusive Residential Area with a building-to-land ratio of 50% and a floor area ratio of 80%.
Shimabara City is rich in history, famously known for its well-preserved samurai districts and its connection to the Shimabara Rebellion. The area offers a serene living environment steeped in tradition. A major landmark nearby is the stunning Shimabara Castle, a reconstructed white-walled fortress surrounded by moats and known for its samurai history and panoramic views of the region.
