This two-story wooden residential property, located at 6-13 Shinmeichō, Yokote, Akita 013-0046, Japón, offers a practical opportunity for investors and prospective residents looking to enter the Japanese real estate market. Offered at an accessible price of USD 14,286 (based on 2,000,000 JPY at 1 USD = 140) (Additional notary, processing, documentation, and tax expenses are estimated at approximately USD 10,000), this home features a classic 4DK layout on a flat land parcel of 188 square meters. The building, constructed in October 1986, is connected to public water and public sewer systems, and utilizes individual LPG. While there is no dedicated parking on the premises, the flat terrain and spacious surroundings provide a stable environment for everyday living or future customization. The property transition is scheduled for August 2026, allowing ample time for planning renovations.
The property is situated in a historically rich area of Akita Prefecture, making it appealing as a personal vacation home or a rental property for cultural travelers. Yokote Station is within a convenient 13-minute walk, providing reliable access to the JR Ou Main Line and JR Kitakami Line. For those interested in regional tourism, the famous Yokote Castle (Yokote Park) is just a 5-minute drive away, offering scenic cherry blossoms in spring and beautiful snow-covered views in winter. Additionally, the Kamakurakan (Kamakura Hall), where visitors can experience the city's traditional winter snow domes all year round, is situated within a 10-minute walk.
Beyond the immediate neighborhood, several regional attractions are easily accessible by car. The Akita Furusato Village, a cultural theme park showcasing local arts, crafts, and regional cuisine, is located approximately 10 minutes away by car. For broader regional exploration, the neighboring city of Daisen, world-famous for the Omagari National Fireworks Competition, is reachable within a 35-minute drive. Transportation to and from the region is facilitated by the Yokote Interchange for highway travel, and Akita Airport is located within a 50-to-60-minute drive, connecting the area to major domestic and international transit hubs. This blend of local cultural landmarks and accessible regional transport supports the property's potential as a unique investment.
Description:
First Floor Layout
The entrance (Genkan) opens into a central hallway that coordinates access to the living and utility spaces. The culinary area features a kitchen of 7 sq m (78 sq ft) [4.5 mats]. This floor accommodates three traditional Japanese-style rooms: a spacious tatami room of 13 sq m (140 sq ft) [8 mats] featuring traditional alcoves (Tokonoma and Butsuma), and two tatami rooms of 10 sq m (105 sq ft) [6 mats] each, one of which includes built-in closet storage. A classic wooden veranda (Engawa) runs along the western side of these tatami rooms. The utility area is separated into a bathroom with a bathtub, a dedicated changing room with a washbasin, a separate toilet room, and a small boiler room near the entrance.
Second Floor Layout
The upper level is accessed via a dedicated staircase leading to a functional hallway. This floor is comprised of two spacious Western-style bedrooms, each measuring 18 sq m (192 sq ft) [11 mats]. Both bedrooms are equipped with large, built-in closets (Oshiire) for storage. An additional storage closet is situated adjacent to the stairs, maximizing the utility of the hallway space.
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