Vacant Land in Karuizawa's Sen-gataki Villa District East
This vacant land parcel, located in the sought-after Sen-gataki (Thousand Waterfalls) Villa District East area of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, presents a prime opportunity for building a custom vacation home. The property spans a generous 797.00 square meters (approximately 241.09 tsubo) and benefits from a south-facing slope, ensuring excellent sunlight exposure throughout the day. The gentle slope also allows for the potential of barrier-free architectural design, enhancing accessibility.
According to the agent's notes, the property's equipment and utilities are managed by Chubu Electric Power Co. (中部電力（株）). A critical special note is that management services are on an optional contract basis (※管理は任意契約です). The land is designated as forest land (山林) and faces a private road approximately 6.0 meters wide on its north side. The property falls under the First Category Low-Rise Exclusive Residential Zone, with a building coverage ratio of 20% and a floor area ratio of 20%. Important legal notes include that the plot is within a sediment disaster warning area (yellow zone) and a sediment disaster special warning area (red zone). Height restrictions limit construction to two stories or 10 meters, with mandatory setbacks from road and neighboring boundaries.
The surrounding Karuizawa area is a world-renowned highland resort, famous for its cool summers, pristine nature, and sophisticated atmosphere. An interesting historical fact is that Karuizawa became a popular summer retreat for foreign diplomats and the Japanese elite in the late 19th century after being discovered by Canadian missionary Alexander Croft Shaw. The area is also a major hub for international sports, having hosted events during the 1964 Summer Olympics and the 1998 Winter Olympics. The closest major landmark is the historic Karuizawa Ginza shopping street, a charming district lined with boutique shops, cafes, and Western-style buildings from the Meiji era, offering a delightful blend of Japanese and European influences.
