Charming Traditional Home in Yanai City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
This property, listed as Yanai City Akiya Bank No. 215, is a spacious 7DK wooden house built in January 1929, making it a historic home with nearly a century of character. Located in the Central 3-chome district of Yanai City, it offers a prime location within a quiet residential neighborhood. The property is conveniently close to JR Yanai Station on the Sanyo Main Line, just an 8-minute walk away, providing easy access to the city center and making the daily commute or school run for the nearby elementary school highly convenient. It's an ideal base for those looking to enjoy a fulfilling countryside lifestyle.
The house itself is substantial, with a total building area of 162.50 square meters spread over two stories, situated on a corner plot of land measuring 161.73 square meters. Key features include a south-facing orientation, parking for two or more vehicles, city gas supply, a system kitchen, two separate toilet areas, a bath with a re-heating function, and a monitor-equipped intercom. The layout is well-suited for multi-generational living.
According to the agent's notes, to obtain detailed information about this property, registration with the Yanai City Akiya Bank is required. The registration page can be found at https://www.city-yanai.jp/site/yanai-gurashi/akiya-bank.html. The total number of units in this building is one.
The surrounding area of Yanai City is rich in history and culture. An interesting local fact is that Yanai is famous for its traditional Yanai Nishiki goldfish, a beautifully patterned variety bred in the region for centuries. For a major tourist attraction, a short drive will take you to the stunning Kintai-kyo Bridge in nearby Iwakuni, a historic wooden arch bridge spanning the Nishiki River and designated as a National Treasure.
