Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina Akashia-dai: A Forest Retreat in the Japanese Alps
Nestled within the serene woodlands of the Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina, this detached vacation home offers a peaceful escape where the chirping of birds can be heard from the balcony. Built in July 1982, this 2LDK wooden single-story house provides a total floor area of 61.27 m² (18.53 tsubo) on a generous leased land plot of 1,381.82 m² (418.00 tsubo). The leasehold right remains valid until December 31, 2043, with the possibility of renewal.
The property's equipment and facilities are serviced by Chubu Electric Power Co., Ltd. for electricity and a private LP gas system. Water is supplied via a private water system operated by Tokyu Fudosan Co., Ltd., with sewage handled by a centralized wastewater treatment plant. The home includes one parking space.
Critical agent notes provide essential financial details for prospective buyers. For personal, vacation-use ownership, there is an annual municipal/prefectural inhabitants' tax of 4,500 yen. Additional one-time fees include a security deposit (balance settlement upon contract completion) of 507,000 yen (non-taxable), a separate name change fee of 110,000 yen (tax included), and a stamp duty of 400 yen at purchase (note: for land and detached houses with two or more lots, 400 yen is required per lot). Future costs related to the leasehold include a lease term renewal administrative fee of 110,000 yen (tax included, separate), renewal registration fees (separate), and separate gas and electricity bills.
Residents have access to the extensive resort facilities, including the 'Kayama no Yu' hot spring bathhouse with open-air baths, an indoor heated pool, the Tateshina Tokyu Golf Course (18-hole, membership), tennis courts, the Tateshina Tokyu Ski Field, and a town center with shops and dining. Please note that most facility use involves separate fees.
The area surrounding Tateshina and the Yatsugatake highlands is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, offering hiking, skiing, and tranquil hot spring experiences. An interesting local fact is that Lake Shirakaba, a beautiful crater lake nearby, was formed by volcanic activity and is a popular spot for leisure and photography. The closest major landmark is the majestic Yatsugatake mountain range, a celebrated destination for outdoor enthusiasts and a defining feature of the region's landscape.
