Charming 1955 Single-Story Home in Wakayama's Quiet Residential Area
This property is a detached house for sale in Wakayama Prefecture, Katsuragi City, Kishigawa-cho, Maeda. The home, built in January 1955, offers a unique layout with a 3K configuration, featuring two Japanese-style rooms and one Western-style room. The total floor area is 45.56 sqm (approximately 13.78 tsubo), situated on a land plot of 88.43 sqm (approximately 26.75 tsubo). The property is located in a quiet residential neighborhood.
Key features translated from the agent's notes include: A functional layout where the entrance connects to an earthen floor area (土間) that leads directly to the garden, making it perfect for those with outdoor hobbies. The interior is clean and well-maintained. There is a spacious, connected 9-tatami mat Japanese-style room. Commercial facilities are within a 5-minute drive, offering convenient shopping. A garage is available on the property. The property is equipped with propane gas, electricity, running water, a septic tank (汲取), and side gutters.
The area of Kishigawa-cho in Katsuragi City is part of the scenic Kii Peninsula, known for its fruit cultivation, particularly persimmons and peaches. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Kishigawa Line is famous for its stationmaster, a cat named Tama, who was appointed as a railway official and helped revitalize the local train line, becoming a beloved national symbol. The closest major tourist attraction is the historic Koyasan (Mount Koya), a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan's most sacred mountains, home to over a hundred temples and a profound spiritual atmosphere, located within a reasonable driving distance.
