Price Reduced to 2 Million Yen: A Spacious Home with Attached Woodland in Ogano Town's Iida Area
This unique property, listed as Og-102, offers a rare opportunity to own a traditional Japanese home with a vast attached woodland in the serene Iida area of Ogano Town, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture. The price has recently been revised down to 2,000,000 JPY. The property is registered with the Ogano Town Akiya Bank system, meaning the town acts as an intermediary and assumes no responsibility for the contract, property quality, or legal rights.
The home itself is a wooden structure of unknown age, registered as a single-story building but featuring a second-floor room historically used for sericulture (silkworm farming). The floor area is 112 square meters (33.90 tsubo). In line with the owner's wishes, interior photos are not provided, requiring prospective buyers to assess the space in person. The listing explicitly states that significant repairs are needed, and all costs for renovation, seismic retrofitting, equipment updates, or even demolition are the buyer's responsibility. The sale is "as-is," with no warranties provided on the building's performance, safety, or compliance with current codes, including potential issues with rot, termites, or the septic tank system.
The land is a major feature, encompassing 3,349 square meters (1,013.00 tsubo) of land and attached woodland. The property is in an unspecified zoning district with a 60% building coverage and 200% floor area ratio. Utilities include public water, a private septic tank, and power from TEPCO Energy Partner. Important notes highlight that the boundaries and exact area of the land and forest are not guaranteed, and any surveying or adjustments are the buyer's responsibility. The forested portion requires active management for trees, undergrowth, and wildlife. The property is subject to various regulations, and rebuilding may be restricted due to road access or legal limitations. The surrounding mountainous area means infrastructure like road width, snow removal, and emergency vehicle access may not match urban convenience. The property also comes with existing furnishings, agricultural tools, and waste, all of which will be left on-site for the buyer to dispose of at their own expense.
Ogano Town is nestled within the rich natural landscape of the Chichibu region, offering a tranquil lifestyle while remaining reasonably accessible to town amenities. The area is known for its hot springs, providing a relaxing retreat. A notable nearby landmark is the majestic Chichibu Shrine, a historic and culturally significant site in the heart of Chichibu City, renowned for its grand festivals and deep spiritual heritage.
