Vacant Land Opportunity in Takaoka's Historic Fushiki District
This vacant residential plot, designated as L-205 (Fushiki Honcho), presents a prime development opportunity in the well-established Fushiki area of Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. The land is a sizable 214.19 square meters, situated within a designated Category I Residential Zone in an Urbanization Promotion Area. The property benefits from full ownership rights and is currently vacant land, ready for immediate handover. Building regulations permit a maximum building coverage ratio of 60% and a floor area ratio of 200%, offering flexibility for a new home construction project.
The location offers excellent convenience, being just 240 meters from Fushiki Elementary School and within a 9-minute walk from JR Himi Line's Fushiki Station. A key feature highlighted in the agent notes is that the property fronts a road with snow-melting capabilities, ensuring safety and accessibility during the winter months. For comprehensive details, prospective buyers are directed to consult the Takaoka City Vacant House and Land Information Bank.
The surrounding area of Takaoka is rich in history and craftsmanship. The city was founded in the early Edo period as a castle town for the Kaga Maeda clan and has developed over 400 years as a hub for traditional industries like copperware, lacquerware, and sedge hats. An interesting fact is that Takaoka is home to the Great Buddha of Takaoka (Takaoka Daibutsu), one of Japan's three great bronze Buddha statues, a testament to the city's enduring metalworking heritage. The closest major tourist attraction is the scenic coastal area and port of Fushiki, with its historic merchant quarter, offering a glimpse into the region's maritime past.