A Spacious Traditional Home for a Creative, Agricultural Life in Okukuji
This property is a traditional Japanese house (kominka) located in the Okukuji region of Ibaraki Prefecture, offering over 1300 tsubo (approximately 4444 square meters) of land for a self-sufficient, creative lifestyle. The house is situated on a sunny plateau, accessed via a private bridge over a clear tributary of the famous Ayu-fishing river, the Kuji River. The extensive grounds come with numerous outbuildings including a shed, garage, animal pen, woodshed, and a pond, all ready for immediate use. A wide array of farm machinery and tools are included in the sale, with the possibility of negotiating the transfer of a light truck and a Honda Super Cub.
The kominka itself is approximately 100 years old and requires no major repairs. It features a beautiful, blackened roof framework typical of such traditional structures. The home is equipped with a wood-burning stove and two unique bathrooms: a unit bath and a rock bath. A 14-tatami mat covered balcony provides versatile outdoor living space. The property offers complete privacy with no external sightlines, perfect for those seeking a wild, secluded retreat.
According to the agent's notes, the property includes electricity, public water supply, a combined septic tank, propane gas (PG), and kerosene facilities. The land is classified as residential, forest, and field. It is outside the urban planning area. A special legal note states that for the farmland portion, ownership transfer registration is subject to restrictions under the Agricultural Land Law. The main house is currently about 40 tsubo in size, with an approximately 18 tsubo shed.
The surrounding area of Hitachiomiya City is known for its beautiful natural scenery and rural charm. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Kuji River is renowned for Ayu (sweetfish) fishing, a traditional summer pastime in Japan. The closest major tourist attraction is the magnificent Kegon Falls in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, a nationally designated place of scenic beauty and one of Japan's three most famous waterfalls, located within a reasonable drive through the scenic mountains.