Traditional Japanese Home with Outbuilding in Sayo, Hyogo
Critical agent notes have been translated and must be fully disclosed. The property includes an outbuilding, with the main dwelling at 95.66 sqm and a simple dwelling at 15.48 sqm. It is located in a hazard map-designated area, partially within a sediment disaster alert zone (debris flow). Utilities include public water supply, sewerage, and a combined septic tank. The toilet is a Western-style flush toilet. The bath uses a gas water heater, and the property runs on propane gas. Importantly, there are repair points: partial roof leakage in the kitchen and the Japanese-style room.
The home features a 5DK layout, providing ample space for family living. Built in January 1971, it is a 55-year-old structure with a charming, rustic character. The location in southwestern Sayo Town offers a serene setting near the Makuyama River, where fireflies dance in the summer. The area is noted for its good sunlight.
Sayo Town, located at the western edge of Hyogo Prefecture, is a region where Japan's traditional scenery meets cutting-edge science. The Chikusa River, designated as one of Japan's 100 Famous Waters, flows through the town. In summer, vast sunflower fields bloom with 1.2 million flowers, attracting many visitors. The historic post town of 'Hirafuku' is famous for its picturesque riverside scenery. A fascinating local fact is that the town is also home to the world's highest-performance synchrotron radiation facility, SPring-8. For stargazers, the Hyogo Prefectural Harima Astronomical Observatory boasts 'Nayuta', one of the world's largest publicly accessible 2-meter telescopes. The closest major landmark is the historic Hirafuku post town area, offering a glimpse into Japan's Edo-period travel culture.
