Spacious Traditional Japanese Single-Story Home in Kashihara
This charming single-story property in Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture, offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial traditional Japanese home on a generous 100-tsubo (approximately 336 sqm) plot. The 5LDK layout provides ample space for family living, with a total floor area of 182.03 sqm. Built in March 1984, this 43-year-old wooden structure features authentic Japanese design elements, including a sunken kotatsu area and a classic engawa veranda that overlooks the garden, creating a perfect space for relaxation and reading.
The property is equipped with a range of modern amenities for comfortable living. The kitchen features a system kitchen with a counter and an IH cooktop. The bathroom is fitted with a reheating function and a bath dryer. Other notable equipment includes a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor-equipped doorphone, and underfloor heating. The home is also designed with barrier-free access and faces south for excellent sunlight. It comes with a parking space. Utilities include public water supply, propane gas, and a septic tank system.
The 16-jo LDK is a bright and airy living-dining-kitchen area where the family can spend quality time together, enjoying excellent ventilation and natural light. The spacious entrance hall welcomes guests warmly. The home boasts two separate toilets and a generously sized washroom area to reduce stress when using the bathroom or changing. The layout includes a 10-jo Western-style room and multiple Japanese-style rooms, including two contiguous 8-jo tatami rooms and another set of contiguous 8-jo and 6-jo tatami rooms on the first floor, offering flexibility for various family needs. The large garden is ideal for gardening, DIY projects, and family barbecues.
Located in Kashihara City, the area is steeped in history as the site of Japan's first permanent capital, Fujiwara-kyo, established in 694 AD. The property is a 15-minute walk from Unebigoryomae Station on the Kintetsu Kashihara Line. A major nearby landmark is the iconic Kashihara Shrine, a significant Shinto site dedicated to Japan's first emperor, Emperor Jimmu, and surrounded by a beautiful forest.
