Spacious Countryside Home in Yamaga, Kumamoto
This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial piece of land with a traditional Japanese house, offering a serene lifestyle away from the urban bustle. The home, built in January 1970, is a two-story wooden structure with a total floor area of 103.47 square meters (approximately 31.29 tsubo). Its layout is designated as 6K, featuring six Japanese-style rooms (washitsu) of varying sizes: 4.5 jo, 6 jo, 6 jo, 8 jo, 4.5 jo, and 6 jo. The property includes a balcony and a garden, providing outdoor space to enjoy the quiet surroundings. Parking is available at no extra cost.
The land itself is a significant feature, with a registered area of 1,525.64 square meters (approximately 461.5 tsubo). It is designated as residential land (宅地) with full ownership rights. The property is located outside of an urban planning area, offering more flexibility. The building-to-land ratio (建ぺい率) is 70% and the floor area ratio (容積率) is 200%. The transaction method is exclusive agency (専任媒介).
The area around Yamaga City in Kumamoto Prefecture is known for its beautiful natural scenery and traditional crafts. An interesting local fact is that Yamaga is famous for its centuries-old tradition of crafting 'Yamaga Toro' (lanterns), made from gold foil and used in a spectacular summer festival where women perform a dance balancing these lanterns on their heads. The closest major landmark is the stunning Kikuchi Gorge, a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty, renowned for its clear blue waters, waterfalls, and vibrant autumn foliage, offering excellent hiking and nature observation just a short drive away.