Spacious Traditional Wooden House on Expansive Land in Asahi, Yamagata
This property, listed as AR5-118 Ohtani, is a substantial wooden house built in January 1927, making it approximately 99 years old. It is a large, detached residence with a total floor area of 272.1 square meters set on an expansive plot of land measuring 3,010.11 square meters. The layout is a generous 7SK configuration, offering seven rooms plus a kitchen. The main source of natural light is from the south-facing side of the building.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with public water supply, public gas, and propane. The drainage system is connected to the public sewer. The property features a laundry area, indoor parking space, and is currently vacant. The land is designated as residential land within a non-urbanization promotion area. The building coverage ratio is 70% and the floor area ratio is 200%. The land has road access on all four sides. A critical note from the agent states that the town office has not conducted a detailed survey, so the property is to be transacted in its current 'as-is' condition. Furthermore, information regarding area and construction year is based on owner interviews and may differ from the actual figures. The property requires renovation, specifically for the toilet and bathroom facilities.
Located in Asahi Town, Yamagata Prefecture, the area is renowned for its pristine natural environment at the foot of the Dewa Sanzan mountains. An interesting local landmark is the world's only 'Air Shrine' (空気神社), dedicated to the clean, fresh air of the region. The closest major tourist attraction is the scenic Dewa Sanzan mountain range, a sacred site for Shugendo mountain asceticism, offering hiking and profound cultural experiences.
