A Traditional Japanese-Style Single-Story Home in a Tranquil Hamlet
Nestled within a peaceful, long-established hamlet along the Masutomi Radium Line in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, this property offers a serene escape into traditional Japanese living. The home is situated approximately 100 meters off the main road, providing a quiet and private setting on a spacious, east-west oriented plot of approximately 909.49 square meters (275.12 tsubo) that enjoys excellent sunlight. The land is slightly elevated from the neighboring southern property.
Built in 1983 (Showa 58), this single-story wooden structure is a quintessential Japanese-style home featuring all tatami rooms. The layout includes four Japanese-style rooms of 7, 10, 8, and 6 tatami mats, along with a 7-mat kitchen and a bathroom. The continuous flow of tatami rooms creates a spacious and relaxing atmosphere, where the natural texture of the straw mats provides a comforting feel. A bright engawa (veranda) offers delightful views of the surrounding satoyama landscape. An outbuilding is located on the east side of the house. The property includes farmland, meaning permission under the Agricultural Land Law is required for the transaction. Please note that the access road to the property is extremely narrow.
The area is part of the scenic Hokuto City, known for its stunning natural beauty and clear skies. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Masutomi Radium Line leads to the famous Masutomi Hot Springs, renowned for their radium-rich waters believed to have therapeutic properties. The closest major landmark is the majestic Southern Alps (Minami Alps), a national park offering breathtaking mountain vistas, hiking trails, and outdoor activities just a short drive away.
