Spacious Traditional Home in the Historic Heart of Hida, Gifu
This property presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history in the culturally rich city of Hida. Built in 1910, this wooden structure offers a generous living space of 116.67 square meters (approximately 35.29 tsubo) across two stories, set on a substantial plot of land measuring 143.66 square meters (approximately 43.45 tsubo). The layout is designated as 5K, comprising five rooms including a service room, with traditional Japanese-style rooms of 6, 6, 6, 6, and 8 tatami mats in size.
The property is equipped with essential utilities and features, as detailed in the agent notes. These include propane gas, a municipal water supply, a sewer system, side ditches, electricity, and a garden. The land is flat, located within a Category I Residential Zone, and benefits from a building-to-land ratio of 60% and a floor area ratio of 200%. Parking is available, and the property is currently owner-occupied.
Located in the Koemachi area of Furukawa-cho, Hida City, the home is within a 10-minute walk of the JR Takayama Main Line's Hida-Furukawa Station. This provides convenient access to explore the wider region. The area is renowned for its well-preserved historic district, featuring white-walled storehouses and a picturesque canal. A major landmark is the Hida-Furukawa Festival Hall, which showcases the elaborate floats used in the town's vibrant annual festival, a designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan.
