Traditional Kominka in Niigata: A Mountain Retreat at an Unbeatable Price
This property, located in Shimamichi, Itoigawa City, Niigata Prefecture, is a traditional kominka (old private house) offered for sale at 1,300,000 yen through the Akiya Bank program. The two-story wooden structure, built in January 1945 (Showa 20), offers a spacious 8K layout with a total floor area of 176.02 square meters on a generous land plot of 432.60 square meters. Parking is available for three cars.
The property features a propane gas and wood-burning hot water system (薪風呂). The water supply comes from mountain spring water (山水), and the sewage is connected to the public sewer system. The toilet is a Western-style flush toilet. Additional features include a warehouse (倉庫) and attic storage (屋根裏収納). The property also has a pond (池) on the premises.
This kominka is in need of repair, with the cost to be borne by the new owner. The property has been vacant since around January 2016. It is ideally suited for those interested in farm work, offering a quiet, mountainous environment perfect for enjoying a traditional slow life. For inquiries, please refer to the Akiya Bank URL provided by the local government. The property is located approximately 5.7 km from Nou Station, 6.1 km from a supermarket, and 5.4 km from a convenience store.