Prime Land for Sale in the Prestigious Karuizawa Resort Area
This listing presents a prime plot of land for sale in the highly sought-after Karuizawa resort town in Nagano Prefecture. The property is a large, cleared lot with a total land area of 1,805.95 square meters, located within the "Taroyama Bessochi" (Taroyama Villa Area). The land is offered at a price of 68,500,000 yen and comes with building conditions attached.
According to the agent's notes, the property boasts excellent access to National Route 18, providing superior transportation and daily living convenience. The villa area is governed by specific covenants aimed at environmental beautification, preservation, maintenance, and development. As a result, there are associated fees: an annual maintenance fee of 10,000 yen for land only (or 20,000 yen per year if both land and a house are present), a water utility share of 122,000 yen, and construction burden fees. The land use is designated as residential land within a Category 1 Low-Rise Exclusive Residential Zone, with a building coverage ratio of 20% and a floor area ratio of 20%. Other regulatory restrictions include those under the Landscape Act, height district regulations, and a minimum lot area requirement.
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The area surrounding Karuizawa is renowned for its cool summer climate, beautiful natural scenery, and status as a premier resort destination. An interesting fact about Karuizawa is that it served as the location for the 1957 meeting between Crown Prince Akihito and commoner Michiko Shoda, a historic romance that captivated the nation. The closest major landmark is the iconic Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, a large outlet mall set against a picturesque backdrop, which is a major tourist attraction in the region.
