Spacious Countryside Home with Farmland in Sayo, Hyogo
This property presents a rare opportunity to embrace rural living in Hyogo Prefecture. Located in the southern part of Sayo Town, this detached house offers numerous rooms and comes with attached farmland, ideal for those seeking a self-sufficient lifestyle. The home is situated in a serene agricultural area, with the clear-flowing Chikusa River running right in front of the property. The region is famous for its summer sunflower festival, where 1.2 million flowers bloom, attracting many visitors.
Translated agent notes provide essential details. The property is equipped with public water supply, public sewage (sewer), electricity, an electric water heater, a Western-style flush toilet, and available parking. Important remarks include that the property is currently vacant and handover conditions are negotiable. Special notes highlight the presence of three outbuildings/sheds measuring 94.19 sqm, 42.52 sqm, and 24.01 sqm. The property is within a flood hazard area with an estimated inundation depth of 3.0 to 5.0 meters. A repair is noted as necessary for part of the ceiling. The attached farmland of 373 sqm is mandatory for purchase. Please note that buying or leasing farmland requires meeting specific criteria and typically requires permission from the Agricultural Committee.
The area is rich in charm and technology. The historic post town of 'Hirafuku' is famous for its scenic riverside views. Furthermore, the world's highest-performance synchrotron radiation facility, SPring-8, is located here. The Hyogo Prefectural Harima Astronomical Observatory houses 'Nayuta', one of the world's largest public-use telescopes, offering incredible stargazing opportunities. This is a region where Japan's traditional landscapes meet cutting-edge science.
