A Taisho-Era Folk House with a Carp-Filled Courtyard in Kurayoshi
This unique property is a charming Taisho-era folk house, later extended in 1968 (Showa 43), offering a rare blend of historical character and modern convenience. The home features a distinctive wooden structure with a roof of tile, slate, and galvanized steel sheet, and spans two stories with a total floor area of 143.89 square meters on a 114.88 square meter corner plot. Its most captivating feature is the central courtyard, complete with a pond where koi carp swim, creating a serene and private oasis.
The property is equipped with hot water supply, separate bath and toilet rooms, electricity, public water supply, sewerage, and propane gas. It includes a system kitchen, two toilets, a monitor-equipped intercom, and a reheating function for the bath. The layout is a spacious 7K, suitable for multi-generational living. Please note there is no dedicated parking on-site, but there is potential for negotiation with neighbors.
Located in a quiet, south-facing residential area of Kurayoshi City's Kawaramachi district, daily life is exceptionally convenient. The agent notes highlight the proximity to a nursery school (approx. 270m), a public elementary school (approx. 220m), a public junior high school (approx. 1.1km), a post office (approx. 350m), a supermarket (approx. 950m), a convenience store (approx. 300m), a hospital (approx. 750m), and a hot spring facility (approx. 9.9km).
The area is rich in history and natural beauty. Kurayoshi is part of Tottori Prefecture, known for its stunning sand dunes. A short drive away, you can explore the scenic Uradome Coast, a nationally designated place of scenic beauty featuring dramatic rock formations, clear blue waters, and picturesque hiking trails along the Sea of Japan coastline.
