Traditional Farmhouse in Manno Town, Kagawa Prefecture
This property, located at 1226 Sumisho-nishi in Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa Prefecture, features a main house and a barn with graceful curved tile roofs. The main house displays refined design elements near its entrance, including black plaster walls and exposed aggregate mortar detailing that reflect traditional regional craftsmanship. The barn is even older in style, with structural elements believed to date back to before the 19th century.
The residential land area is 732.83 square meters, with an additional 7,155 square meters of farmland. The total floor area of the main house is 189.85 square meters, constructed from wood in a layout of 5LDK plus two storage rooms and an earthen floor. The property was built in January 1933 and is currently vacant.
Utilities include public water supply, propane gas, and electricity. Parking is available. The property is located outside city planning areas, with no designated zoning. As the property includes agricultural land, application and permission under Article 3 of the Agricultural Land Act is required for purchase. The property tax for 2025 is 28,500 JPY.
Public transport access is a 20-minute bus ride to Kotohira Station on the JR Dosan Line and Kotoden Line. Nearby landmarks include Kotohira-gu Shrine, one of Shikoku's most important pilgrimage sites, and Manno Pond, a vast 8th-century reservoir. The area is known for its relaxed lifestyle and local Sanuki udon shops.