Obie Kominka: A Thatched-Roof Traditional House in Tamba City, Hyogo

This property is a preserved kominka (traditional Japanese farmhouse) located at 401, Obie, Aogaki Cho, Tamba City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is distinguished by its irimoya-style thatched roof, a feature characteristic of the region, which has been carefully maintained. Recent renovations have prioritized preserving the historic character of the house, including the rare and costly replacement of the thatched roof. The property is now the only remaining thatched farmhouse in its historic village.

The main house has a floor area of 126.14 square meters and sits on a land area of 726.85 square meters. The layout is 5K (five rooms plus a kitchen). The year of construction is unknown. While preserving its traditional character, the house features updated water facilities suited for modern living. The spacious garden offers opportunities for vegetable gardening and enjoying a relaxed rural lifestyle.

The property is an all-electric house with no gas supply. Water is supplied by the public system, and sewage is handled by a septic tank and gutter. Parking is available. The house is in a vacant condition, and the handover date is to be determined. Important remarks include that the property cannot be rebuilt. As of October 2024, the kitchen, bathroom, toilet, washroom, and water heater were renovated. A complete interior renovation of floors, walls, ceiling, and fixtures was also completed in October 2024. The roof and thatch were re-renovated in September 2024. The kamado furnace, electric hot water heater, and bathroom vanity have not yet been installed.

The property is located in a rural area of Tamba City in Hyogo Prefecture. It is approximately 26 minutes by car or just over an hour by bus to Iso Station on the JR Fukuchiyama Line. It is 45 minutes by car to Fukuchiyama Station on the JR Sanin Main Line, and 1 hour and 15 minutes by car to Shin-Kobe Station on the Shinkansen.