Historic Estate in Kakuda City, Miyagi
This unique property is a second-hand detached house located in the Inagi area of Kakuda City, Miyagi Prefecture. Priced at 11.8 million yen, it sits on a substantial 2,589.85 square meter (approximately 783 tsubo) plot of flat land, classified as residential and miscellaneous land. The two-story wooden structure has a total floor area of 262.85 square meters, with the first floor covering 180.87 square meters and the second floor 81.98 square meters. The layout is oriented to the southeast. The property is in a non-designated area outside of urban planning zones, meaning there are no specific building-to-land or floor-area ratio restrictions.
As noted by the agent, the property features parking for up to 20 vehicles. Most significantly, approximately half of the land encompasses the historic site of the Tatebayashi-kan, a residence built for the retirement of Ishikawa Munenori, a senior vassal of the powerful Date clan. Ishikawa Munenori was married to Princess Muu, the second daughter of the legendary feudal lord Date Masamune. It is believed that the area surrounding this property was once inhabited by retainers of the Ishikawa family. The current owner maintains the property regularly, and viewings are available at any time.
The location offers a peaceful, rural setting amidst rice fields, with a local farmers' market nearby. Transportation access is convenient, with the Abukuma Express Railway's Oka Station just an 8-minute drive away and the Tohoku Expressway's Murata Interconnect accessible by car in about 25 minutes. Utilities include Tohoku Electric Power, propane gas, public water supply, and an individual septic system. The property fronts a 4.9-meter wide paved road on its east side.
The surrounding Miyagi region is rich in history and natural beauty. An interesting local fact is that Kakuda City is known for its traditional 'Kakuda Tako' (kite) festival. The area is also within driving distance of the majestic Zao Mountain Range, a famous volcanic group and popular destination for skiing, hiking, and viewing the iconic 'Snow Monsters' (frost-covered trees) in winter.
