Spacious Rural Property with Traditional Charm in Sano, Tochigi

This unique property offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial piece of land and a traditional Japanese house in the tranquil countryside of Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture. The main building, constructed in 1907, is a wooden structure with a total floor area of 168.46 sqm (approximately 50.95 tsubo), featuring a 5SLDK layout. The living spaces include a comfortable living room, a long dining kitchen, and several Japanese-style rooms, including a spacious 6-mat room on the north side. A distinctive feature is the large, welcoming earthen-floored entrance area (doma). The property sits on an expansive 9,683.90 sqm plot (approx. 2,929.37 tsubo), offering immense potential.

Critical agent notes provide essential details. The property is equipped with propane gas, a septic tank system, and electricity. There are two toilet locations, and lighting fixtures are included. Parking is available for three vehicles at no extra cost. Important special notes must be considered: Viewings are limited to those who have first inspected the exterior on-site. The property boundaries are not explicitly indicated and are ambiguous in many places; the seller and agent assume no responsibility regarding boundaries. The sale is exempt from liability for non-conformities. Permission procedures under the Agricultural Land Law are required. In principle, the house and residential land will not be sold separately (except if a separate buyer is found for the farmland and forest land only). The toilets are pit latrines. The indoor toilet currently lacks a septic tank and is unusable; a pit latrine toilet is located in an outbuilding next to the main house. There is no public water supply (mains water) in this area. While stream water is piped by local residents, the well on this property is broken and requires restoration work. The road accessing the property from the prefectural road to the east is narrow, making it difficult for large vehicles to pass.

The area around Sano offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with access to nature. An interesting local fact is that Sano is famous for its high-quality ramen, known as "Sano Ramen," which attracts food enthusiasts from across the region. The closest major landmark is the historic Sano Premium Outlets, a large shopping complex designed with a classic European architectural theme, providing a blend of retail therapy and scenic strolls just a short drive away.