Spacious Two-Generation Family Home in Yasu, Shiga
This impressive three-storey residence in Yasu City's Mikami district presents a rare opportunity for multi-generational living. Designed as a two-household home, the property features a generous 7LDK layout with an additional LDK space, providing exceptional flexibility for large families. The total floor area spans 200.39 square meters across three levels, offering ample room for comfortable family life.
The property's special notes indicate it is currently occupied, with the agent welcoming potential buyers to express their interest in viewing. The translation of the Japanese remarks states: "Currently occupied. If you would actually like to see it for free on your preferred date, please feel free to contact us." This indicates the property is available for viewing by appointment, though prospective buyers should coordinate with the agent regarding scheduling.
The home boasts multiple living and dining areas spread across different floors, with the ground floor LDK featuring a longitudinally-oriented living space that facilitates easy furniture arrangement. The second-floor living area is noted for its excellent natural lighting and sense of openness. Throughout the property, large windows allow abundant sunlight to fill the rooms, creating bright, inviting spaces. All rooms feature flooring throughout, making cleaning and maintenance straightforward.
Bedroom accommodation is plentiful, with a spacious Western-style room on the third floor measuring approximately 9 jo (about 14.85 square meters) and featuring two separate storage areas. Multiple additional Western-style rooms suitable for children's bedrooms each include their own storage spaces. The property includes three separate toilet facilities, all equipped with comfortable warm-water washing toilet seats, with two featuring barrier-free handrails for accessibility.
The kitchen facilities are comprehensive, with a counter kitchen on the first floor that overlooks the living area, allowing the cook to maintain visual contact with family members. The second floor features a wall-mounted kitchen that maximizes space efficiency. Additional amenities include a three-burner stove, system kitchen, and dishwasher-dryer. The bathroom is spacious enough for comfortable bathing, even with children, and includes a bath dryer that proves particularly useful for laundry on rainy days.
Storage solutions are well-considered throughout the property, with the entrance featuring a shoe box to maintain tidy conditions, plus shared large storage areas. Other storage features include underfloor storage and closets. The property also includes a balcony and wide balcony spaces, double-glazed insulation windows, and a bay window.
Infrastructure includes public water supply, propane gas, and sewer systems. The building underwent roof work in August 2017 and exterior wall repainting in February 2018. Parking is available for three vehicles at no additional cost, located immediately adjacent to the property.
The location in Mikami, Yasu City offers convenient access to local amenities including Mikami Children's Garden (1,330m), Yasu Municipal Mikami Elementary School (1,410m), Lawson convenience store (1,070m), and various supermarkets including Gyomu Super (1,920m) and Al Plaza Yasu (1,870m). Medical needs are served by Yasu Municipal Yasu Hospital (1,900m). Transportation access is provided by JR Yasu Station on the Tokaido-Sanyo Main Line, where new rapid services stop, and the station includes convenience facilities.
The surrounding area of Shiga Prefecture offers rich cultural experiences, with Lake Biwa—Japan's largest freshwater lake—located nearby. This massive body of water covers approximately 670 square kilometers and has played a significant role in the region's history and ecology. The lake offers numerous recreational opportunities and scenic views, making it a defining feature of the Shiga landscape. The property's location combines the convenience of urban amenities with access to this remarkable natural landmark.
