Western-Style Home in Hofu with Spacious Layout
This charming Western-style house in Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, offers a unique character with its timber-framed construction and 19-year history. The property features a generous 4LDK layout spread across two floors, with a total floor area of 125.86 square meters. The living and dining area boasts exposed beams, adding architectural interest, while the south-west facing orientation ensures excellent natural light throughout the day.
The home's design prioritizes practical living with a well-considered workflow connecting the kitchen, storage, and bathroom areas. A dedicated laundry area with hanging space is conveniently located near the kitchen. The property includes two toilets, one on each floor, and ample storage solutions, including a walk-in closet on the second level. Two parking spaces are provided under a carport.
The Hofu area is rich in history, being the location of Japan's first school dedicated to the Chinese classics, the Kanga ruins. The city is also home to the Hofu Tenmangu Shrine, a major landmark and one of the three great Tenmangu shrines in Japan, which attracts many visitors, especially during the examination season.