Historic Thatched-Roof Kominka with Scenic Views in Ueda, Nagano
This unique property is a traditional Japanese kominka (old folk house) featuring a distinctive thatched roof (kayabuki) and a rich history dating back to the Meiji era, specifically 1868 according to the official property register. Located in the Suwagata area of Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture, the house sits on a sloping plot of land offering excellent views, with mountains and a lake nearby. The property includes a large main building with a total floor area of 128.92 sqm (approximately 38.99 tsubo) spread over two floors, featuring a 5DK layout. The land area is 108.45 sqm (approximately 32.8 tsubo), with an additional 128 sqm of farmland across the front road, subject to the Agricultural Land Law.
Essential agent notes and features have been translated: The property is in an area without a public sewage system, relying on a septic tank (汲取下水道). Utilities include propane gas, electricity, and tap water. The registered building area is based on the official registry; there is an unregistered extension and an unregistered steel storage shed on site. The land is sloped, and boundaries are unclear; the property will be transferred as-is without boundary confirmation or surveying. Significant repairs to equipment and fixtures are required, and the property will be sold as-is, with the seller exempt from liability for defects. The seller plans to remove leftover items. There is a planned road widening project for the neighboring prefectural road (上田塩川線).
The area surrounding Ueda is steeped in history, known as a former castle town centered around Ueda Castle, a well-preserved site built by the famed samurai strategist Sanada Masayuki. The property is situated in a peaceful, non-urbanized zone with no specific land use regulations, offering a quiet rural lifestyle. A notable nearby landmark is Lake Nojiri (野尻湖), a large caldera lake approximately a 30-minute drive north, popular for boating, fishing, and as a summer retreat, with a fascinating history of prehistoric elephant fossil discoveries.
