Guesthouse and Business Opportunity in Muroto, Kochi Prefecture

This property is an operational business with real estate located within the Muroto UNESCO Global Geopark area in Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture. The expansive site of approximately 400 square meters includes a main house, two separate buildings, a bathroom building, a kitchen, and two large storage sheds. Additionally, a large garage with a shutter is situated within 100 meters of the main property. The facilities have been regularly maintained with interior arrangements and painting work.

The guesthouse, a Western-style renovated traditional house that opened in 2021, has a consistent flow of guests. Many international travelers on the Shikoku Pilgrimage (henro) stay here, and there is also an attached terrace cafe restaurant. The owner is leaving Japan for family reasons and finds management difficult, so they are seeking a motivated person to take over the currently operating guesthouse. All equipment and fixtures are in place, so no startup capital is required, and work is available from day one. Furniture and appliances are included, allowing for a move-in with just a bag.

A key strength is the property's location along a national highway on the Shikoku Pilgrimage route, ensuring a steady stream of pilgrims. Tourist attractions such as Muroto's caves are within walking distance, and a seaside promenade runs directly in front of the property. A newly renovated hot spring and pool facility named 'Shiresto Muroto' opened in April 2026 right in front. The property is a beautiful Japanese house with a distinctive roof, surrounded by mountains and sea. A new tourist facility with a cafe overlooking the sea is scheduled to open within walking distance at Cape Muroto in July 2026, as the city focuses on tourism promotion. Being within a UNESCO area, no new houses can be built nearby, and if all buildings are demolished, reconstruction is not possible.