A Spacious Kominka with Traditional Charm and Modern Convenience in Chikuma, Nagano
This property is a charming kominka (traditional Japanese house) built in February 1965, offering a unique blend of historical character and rural living. The house features a generous 7K layout across two stories, providing ample space with a total floor area of 212.65㎡ (approximately 64.32 tsubo). The property sits on a substantial plot of 538.47㎡ (approximately 162.88 tsubo), offering significant outdoor potential.
Key features of the house include a wide, traditional earthen-floored entryway (土間), which is a hallmark of kominka architecture, and a large garden suitable for home vegetable gardening or landscaping. The property is equipped with lighting fixtures, propane gas, electricity, and a water supply. Important notes: The property is currently an empty house (空家) and will be handed over in its present condition. It is located in a quiet residential area. The house does not have a bath or toilet installed, and while sewerage beneficiary fees have been paid, the building itself is not yet connected to the sewer system.
The location in Chikuma City, Nagano Prefecture, offers a peaceful lifestyle with excellent access to amenities. The superstore "Tsuruya" is just a 6-minute drive away, and the local hot spring facility "Take no Yu" (Bamboo Hot Spring) is remarkably close, only a 2-minute drive or a 10-minute walk. The property is conveniently located approximately 12 minutes by car from the Obasute Smart Interchange on the Joshin-Etsu Expressway and about 15 minutes by car from Inariyama Station on the Shinonoi Line.
The surrounding area of Chikuma City is rich in history and natural beauty. It is part of the larger Nagano region, famous for its mountains, hot springs, and traditional culture. An interesting local fact is that the nearby area of Obasute (from which the interchange takes its name) is famously referenced in ancient Japanese poetry for its moon-viewing traditions. The property is within easy reach of major Nagano attractions, including the historic Zenko-ji Temple, one of Japan's most important and popular Buddhist pilgrimage sites.
