Charming Kominka with Farmland in Asakuchi, Okayama
According to the agent's notes, the property's equipment includes electricity, a septic tank system (汲取), propane gas, and a traditional engawa (veranda). Special remarks highlight the charming, farmland-attached kominka as ideal for slow living. It is located in the warm southern area of the prefecture and includes the mentioned farmland and woodland. The property falls under a specific use restriction zone (特定用途制限地域) designated by Asakuchi City ordinance for田园环境 (rural environment).
The house itself, built in January 1910, is a 116-year-old wooden structure with a total floor area of 80.90 square meters. The layout is a 4SK, offering four rooms plus a kitchen. The land size is 579.80 square meters. Additional features include parking for two or more cars, a south-facing orientation in a quiet residential area, a system kitchen, two toilets, a reheating function for the bath, suitability for two-generation living, a corner lot, and a monitor-equipped intercom.
The area of Asakuchi City in Okayama is known for its mild climate and rural charm. An interesting local fact is that the city is part of the historic Kibi cultural region, an ancient province with numerous keyhole-shaped burial mounds (kofun) dotting the landscape. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Seto Ohashi Bridge, a spectacular series of double-decker bridges connecting Okayama Prefecture to Kagawa Prefecture across the Seto Inland Sea, offering breathtaking views.
