Available Japanese Real Estate Properties: Weekly TL;DR Oct. 9-15, 2025

Property 1: Remote Mountain Hut in Shinshu Kashiwara – Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture

Location: In the mountains of Kashiwara, Shinano-machi, Kamiminochi District, Nagano Prefecture

Property Type: Used detached house (unregistered vacant house, sold in current condition)

This unique mountain retreat offers an unparalleled opportunity for those seeking complete immersion in nature. Located in the remote mountains of Kashiwara, this wooden frame structure with aluminum and steel roofing sits on an expansive 1,091.62m² (11,749 ft²) property with a gentle slope and solid concrete foundation.

The property is described as ideal for "madmen" seeking extreme rural isolation, situated in an area with no nearby houses and positioned 15 minutes by car from Kurohime Station on the Shinano Railway. The location is also 20 minutes from Kurohime IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway and 15 minutes from National Route 18, providing reasonable access despite its remote setting.

The property requires significant care and maintenance, being sold in current condition without cleaning. The building itself is unregistered with an unknown construction date, adding to its rustic, untamed character. Road access includes a 33m connection to a 4m wide public road, though the road surface is 2m on a 4m shared road with no pavement.

This property is perfect for those seeking a DIY project, a secluded retreat away from civilization, or a base for mountain activities. The location offers proximity to ski resorts while maintaining true wilderness character. The property includes parking for two or more cars and lies outside urban planning areas with a 60% building coverage ratio and 200% floor area ratio.

Utilities include connections to Chubu Electric Power and propane gas, with public water supply and septic tank drainage. The toilet is a septic tank system (simple flush type).

Price: ¥980,000 (approximately $6,600 USD)

Size: Land: 1,091.62m² (11,749 ft²) | Building: Unregistered

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Property 2: Pottery Town Residence in Echizen Ware District – Ozohara, Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture

Location: Address: 128, No. 110, Ozohara, Echizen-cho, Nyu-gun, Fukui Prefecture

Property Type: Used detached house (2-story wooden building, built December 1994)

This substantial family home sits in Ozohara, a charming pottery town famous for traditional Echizen ware ceramics. The two-story wooden structure offers an 8DK layout with 264.07m² (2,842 ft²) of living space on a 498.90m² (5,369 ft²) lot, providing generous accommodation for families or potential business operations.

Built in December 1994, the property features a luxuriously designed inn-like aesthetic that sets it apart from typical residential structures. The building includes both a sunroom and a garage with shutter, adding practical functionality to the attractive design. The spacious lot provides ample parking for 5-6 cars, making it suitable for various commercial applications including vacation rental, guest house, or business operations.

The property is available for both purchase and rental (rental rate: ¥75,000, 1 month's deposit, insurance and guarantor required, pets allowed, 2 months free rent included, 1 month renewal fee, rented as-is, commercial rent excludes consumption tax). The flexibility to allow pets, subletting, and private lodging operations makes this property particularly versatile for entrepreneurial buyers.

Located approximately 12km northwest (road distance) from Takefu Station on the Hapi Line Fukui Line, the property faces a 6.0m wide town road on the southwest side in a paved area. The location sits in a non-delineated area designated for Type 1 low-rise residential use only, with a 60% building coverage ratio and 100% floor area ratio. Height limits are capped at 10m, and the property is within a landslide warning area.

The region's pottery heritage provides unique cultural context, with Echizen ware being one of Japan's "Six Ancient Kilns" with over 850 years of history. Hot water is supplied by an oil boiler system.

Price: ¥4,900,000 (approximately $33,000 USD)

Size: Land: 498.90m² (5,369 ft²) | Building: 264.07m² (2,842 ft²)

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Property 3: Riverside Rural Escape in Sekikawa Village – Kanamaru, Niigata Prefecture

Location: 193-2 Kanamaru, Sekikawa Village, Iwafune County, Niigata Prefecture

Property Type: Used detached house (2-story wooden building, built January 1997)

This spacious two-story wooden house offers an authentic escape from urban life in the remote countryside of Sekikawa Village. The 9DK layout provides 236.84m² (2,549 ft²) of living space on an expansive 811.83m² (8,738 ft²) flat lot, with an additional light steel frame two-story garage/storage building of 77.46m² (834 ft²).

Built in January 1997, the property sits approximately 1.1km southeast of Echigo-Kanamaru Station on the JR Yonesaka Line and faces a national highway approximately 16m wide on the southeast side, with an approximately 5.6m wide paved city road on the northwest side. This corner lot positioning provides excellent access despite the rural setting.

The property description emphasizes its "middle of nowhere" location as a positive feature for those seeking true rural tranquility. Due to snowfall conditions, property viewings are cancelled in February, with viewings scheduled to begin in March. The building is being sold as-is with only house cleaning completed and no renovations.

The sunny, south-facing orientation combined with 9 bedrooms and kitchens makes this property suitable for large families, multi-generational living, or conversion to guest house operations. Parking accommodates three or more cars, with the separate storage/garage building providing ample space for equipment, hobbies, or business storage needs.

Located in a non-delineated area outside urban planning zones, the property features electricity from Tohoku Electric Power, propane gas, water supply drinking water, and septic tank drainage with three toilets. The property lies near a river, offering potential for fishing and water-related recreation.

Price: ¥3,900,000 (approximately $26,200 USD)

Size: Land: 811.83m² (8,738 ft²) | Building: 236.84m² (2,549 ft²)

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Property 4: Renovated Countryside Home with Field Views – Kitanaka, Tako Town, Chiba Prefecture

Location: 1237-15 Kitanaka, Tako-machi, Katori-gun, Chiba Prefecture

Property Type: Used detached house (2-story wooden building, built February 2002, renovation completed)

This beautifully renovated two-story house offers modern living in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by vast agricultural fields. The south-facing 4LDK layout provides 90.26m² (971 ft²) of living space on a 330.59m² (3,558 ft²) flat property, with extensive interior and exterior renovations completed including new walls, roof painting, toilet, heated toilet seat, sink, system kitchen, LED appliances, tatami mat replacement, shoji and sliding door repairs, and LDK floor tile replacement.

Built in February 2002 and comprehensively renovated, the property offers immediate occupancy with modern conveniences integrated into a countryside setting. The quiet location in the middle of vast fields provides excellent views and abundant sunlight from all directions, creating a peaceful living environment ideal for those seeking connection with agricultural landscapes.

A unique feature is the property's water and waste system: drinking water comes from a deep well on the property, while an innovative evaporative system of approximately 18 tsubo (59.5m²) has been installed from the on-site combined septic tank, eliminating ongoing drainage charges. This environmentally-conscious waste management approach suits the rural agricultural setting.

The property includes barrier-free features, separate bathroom and toilet, bath reheating capability, kitchen hot water, private garden, home garden space suitable for agricultural pursuits, and parking for two or more cars. The location sits approximately 11.6km by car from Yokaichiba Station on the Sobu Main Line and approximately 13km by car from Shibayama-Chiyoda Station on the Shibayama Railway.

Nearby amenities include elementary school and nursery 2.4km away, post office 2.8km away, convenience store 3.4km away, supermarket 5.3km away, Tako Central Hospital 5.4km away, roadside station 5.8km away, and town hall 5.9km away. The property sits outside urban planning areas in a former forest zone now designated residential, with 60% building coverage and 200% floor area ratios.

Price: ¥9,800,000 (approximately $65,800 USD)

Size: Land: 330.59m² (3,558 ft²) | Building: 90.26m² (971 ft²)

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Property 5: Traditional Japanese Tiled House on Historic Route – Yotsuya, Hiyoshi Town, Kyoto Prefecture

Location: Yotsuya Sakoda, Hiyoshicho, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture

Property Type: Used detached house (single-story wooden building with thatched and tiled roof, construction date unknown)

This authentic traditional Japanese house with distinctive Japanese tile roofing sits along Prefectural Route 19 in the Yotsuya area of Hiyoshicho, near the scenic Miyama region. The property offers a 4K layout with 69.42m² (747 ft²) of main living space on a substantial 1,101.83m² (11,859 ft²) property that includes 419.83m² (4,519 ft²) of residential land plus three fields and one wilderness plot totaling 682m² (7,341 ft²).

The building features a traditional earthen floor hallway extending from the entrance to the kitchen, preserving authentic Japanese architectural elements. This characteristic makes the property particularly suitable not only for residential purposes but also for those interested in relocating to start a business that would benefit from traditional aesthetics and highway frontage visibility.

The property remains in its original state and requires renovation work, being sold as-is without improvements. Two attached buildings include a wooden single-story storage shed of 6.61m² (71 ft²) and another wooden single-story building of 9.91m² (107 ft²), both unregistered structures that add functional space for storage or potential conversion.

Located approximately 3km from JR Wachi Station (approximately 6 minutes by car) and approximately 3 minutes on foot from the town bus "Masuya Korai" bus stop, the property provides reasonable access despite its rural character. The location sits approximately 18km from Sonobe IC on the Kyoto Jukan Expressway (approximately 23 minutes by car).

The property faces a 38m wide public road (Prefectural Route 19) with 8m width on the east side, providing excellent visibility and access. The almost flat topography with elevated house base creates an appealing approach to the entrance. The entire Hiyoshi Town area lies outside urban planning zones, requiring non-agricultural land certificates for any land currently classified as agricultural before ownership transfer.

From the second floor, views extend to the distinctive red Kamimasudani Bridge set against vast rural landscapes, offering refreshing vistas of the countryside. The existing plumbing remains in good condition, requiring less extensive renovation than typical older Japanese houses.

Price: ¥6,000,000 (approximately $40,300 USD)

Size: Land: 1,101.83m² (11,859 ft²) | Building: 69.42m² (747 ft²)

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Property 6: Mountain View Estate with Spectacular Views – Numasucho, Numata City, Gunma Prefecture

Location: 1274-1 Numasucho, Numata City, Gunma Prefecture

Property Type: Used detached house (2-story wooden main building built January 1990, with reinforced concrete attached building, renovation completed May 2025)

This impressive mountain estate offers breathtaking views and substantial living space with an 8LDK layout across 169.75m² (1,827 ft²) of main building plus a 94.68m² (1,019 ft²) reinforced concrete two-story attached building containing only an LDK space. The property sits on a generous 901.69m² (9,706 ft²) lot with parking capacity for 8 vehicles and a spacious garden.

Comprehensively renovated in May 2025 with interior, exterior, and kitchen improvements, the property offers modern living standards while maintaining its 1990 structural integrity. The standout feature is the spectacular view from the building, which the listing emphasizes as "a must-see" – positioned approximately 2.9km southeast of Numata Station on the JR Joetsu Line with commanding views over the surrounding landscape.

The property's versatile design makes it suitable for various uses including private lodging operations or rental purposes (rental rate: ¥114,000, 1-month security deposit, insurance and guarantee required, pets allowed, 2 months free rent, 1-month renewal fee, rental as-is, commercial rent excludes consumption tax with 4-month key money for commercial rentals).

Located in a non-delineated area with 70% building coverage and 200% floor area ratios, the property sits on a corner lot facing approximately 3.0m wide paved city road on the southeast and approximately 5.6m wide paved city road on the northwest. The location falls within a special landslide warning zone and restricted construction zone for residential development.

The substantial land area, multiple parking spaces, and large attached building create opportunities for extended family living, guest house operations, or business ventures requiring significant space. Utilities include Tokyo Electric Power Company electricity, propane gas, water supply drinking water, and septic tank drainage with septic tank toilets.

Important notes include reconstruction conditions requiring a retaining wall between the north cliff and property, part of the parking deck crossing the city border requiring annual road occupation fees (¥5,010/year), and waterworks pipes routed through joint pipes with potential shared repair costs.

Price: ¥8,800,000 (approximately $59,100 USD)

Size: Land: 901.69m² (9,706 ft²) | Building: 169.75m² main + 94.68m² attached (2,849 ft² total)

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