Renovated Detached House with Spacious Layout and Additional Outbuilding in Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima
This property is a detached house currently undergoing a comprehensive renovation, located in the Kawabata area of Minamisatsuma City, Kagoshima Prefecture. The renovation plan includes significant upgrades to create a modern and comfortable living space. The key feature is the transformation of the living area into a bright, south-facing 22-jo (approx. 35.6 sqm) LDK by combining the existing living room with an adjacent Japanese-style room and an engawa (veranda). A new 2.7-meter-long counter kitchen with an artificial marble worktop will be installed, offering ease of cleaning and a seamless, hygienic design.
The renovation extends to all rooms. Several rooms are being converted from traditional Japanese style to Western-style bedrooms, with new closets added. For example, an 8-jo room is being created by removing an old kitchen, and a 9-jo room is being formed by demolishing internal walls. A second-floor 6-jo Western-style room will receive new wallpaper, flooring, and a closet. Existing tatami mats will be re-covered, ceilings re-papered, and fusuma sliding doors replaced. The bathroom will be completely renewed with a brand-new unit bath featuring a convenient hair-catching drain. The toilet will be replaced with a new model equipped with a remote control, and the washroom will get a new vanity. The entrance hall will have flooring overlaid and ceiling wallpaper replaced.
Notably, the property includes a separate outbuilding (附属建物). This structure will only receive cleaning, not renovation. It contains its own kitchen, washroom, and a small bathroom (approx. 1-jo), which could serve as a workspace, a secret room for children, a pet bath, or storage for outdoor gear. Crucially, the outbuilding has a covered carport underneath that can accommodate up to four vehicles. The main house's garden features a terrace and deck, with the deck scheduled for repainting.
The seller provides significant guarantees for peace of mind. The three major risks of used homes—roof leaks, defects/corrosion in main structural parts, and water supply/drainage pipe leaks/failures—are covered by a 2-year warranty from the handover date. Furthermore, a termite prevention treatment comes with a 5-year guarantee from the construction date. All rooms are being fitted with power outlets and TV jacks, with additional outlets added where needed.
The property is situated in a quiet residential area with convenient access to daily amenities. Pico supermarket is a 5-minute drive (1.7 km) away, and a Lawson convenience store is a 4-minute drive (1.6 km). The area is also family-friendly, with Kaseda Elementary School within a 10-minute walk (750 m). An interesting fact about the Minamisatsuma region is its deep historical connection to the Satsuma Domain, known for its strong samurai culture and role in the Meiji Restoration. The closest major tourist attraction is the scenic Kaseda Jokamachi area, the well-preserved former castle town of the Satsuma Domain, featuring samurai residences and traditional atmosphere, located a short drive from the property.
