Fully Renovated Magariya Traditional House in the Natural Capital of Tadami
This property is a fully renovated "magariya" (L-shaped traditional house) located in Tadami Town, Fukushima Prefecture, a region designated as both the Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park and a UNESCO Eco Park. The town, known as a "Natural Capital," experiences some of Japan's heaviest snowfall, with 3-5 meters even on flat ground. This unique environment has preserved rare flora and fauna, and the town actively pursues community development focused on coexistence with nature. The house is situated near the Ina River, which receives abundant snowmelt from the Oze mountains.
The property retains its original pillars and beams, but the interior has undergone extensive renovation, making it ready for immediate occupancy without the need for further adjustments. It is a versatile traditional house suitable for permanent residence, a vacation home, or even commercial use such as a cafe.
According to agent notes, the building structure is a two-story wooden structure with a thatched roof. Utilities include electricity, public water supply, public sewer, and an IH (induction heating) cooktop plus kerosene heating. The property is outside the urban planning area. The legal note mentions compliance with the Fukushima Prefecture Landscape Ordinance. A building note states that the registered floor area on the official record differs slightly from the approximate actual floor area.
A crucial remark details that an apartment building on the same plot is available for separate purchase for an additional 3 million yen. The estimated annual rental income from this apartment is 600,000 yen. If the apartment is included, the total fixed asset tax is 56,500 yen per year. If the apartment is not included in the sale, matters concerning land subdivision or leasehold rights are subject to consultation.
The area is a paradise for nature lovers, part of the vast Tadami River basin famous for its dramatic, unspoiled landscapes seen from the Tadami Line railway. The closest major landmark is the breathtaking Tadami River Viewpoint, a world-famous photography spot where the railway bridge frames the river against the backdrop of the seasons.