Spacious Traditional-Style House with Sea Views in Oita's Kunisaki Peninsula
This charming 5DK detached house offers a generous 136.62 square meters of living space in the peaceful coastal area of Aki, Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture. Built in May 1968, the wooden structure features a traditional Japanese layout, including a first-floor Buddhist altar room (仏間) and a sunlit engawa (縁側) veranda, perfect for enjoying the changing seasons and warm sunlight. The property has been partially updated, with the second-floor Japanese-style room renovated into a Western-style room.
Essential agent notes detail the property's equipment and features. The house is equipped with air conditioning, flooring, a walk-in closet, a bidet toilet seat (洗浄便座), a bath reheating system (追い焚き), a system kitchen, a separate washbasin, an indoor laundry area, a bathroom dryer, and parking for two or more vehicles. Basic utilities include propane gas, which offers strong火力 for quick baths and delicious cooking, as well as faster recovery after disasters. The bathroom and toilet are separate. Additional amenities include CATV capability, a bicycle parking area, a motorcycle parking space, the engawa, and ample storage space.
Special conditions and remarks are also provided. The property is pet-friendly, though the type of pet must be discussed in advance (ペット相談). Musical instruments are negotiable (楽器相談可), two-person occupancy is allowed, and elderly residents are welcome (高齢者歓迎・高齢者可). The house is currently vacant (現況空家). The agent emphasizes that this is a house in front of Aki Fishing Port (安岐漁港前の戸建住宅), highly recommended for sea lovers, and encourages a viewing.
The surrounding area of Kunisaki City is part of the scenic Kunisaki Peninsula, a region steeped in history and known for its unique fusion of mountain worship and Buddhism. An interesting fact is that the peninsula is dotted with ancient stone Buddhas and temples carved into the cliffs, a testament to its spiritual heritage. The closest major tourist attraction is the stunning Futago-ji Temple, one of the most important and powerful temples in the region, nestled on the slopes of Mount Futago and surrounded by ancient cedar trees.
