The property is offered at an ultra-accessible purchase price of $10,714 (based on “1,500,000 JPY” at 1 USD = 140) (Additional notary, processing, documentation, and tax expenses are estimated at approximately USD 10,000). Situated at 1956-24 Kamifuse, Onjuku, Isumi District, Chiba 299-5111, this single-story detached residence presents an extraordinary entry point into Japanese freehold real estate, appealing equally to international investors seeking sustainable yields and lifestyle buyers desiring an authentic coastal sanctuar
Constructed in January 1985, this single-story wooden bungalow delivers an efficient 1LDK layout across 35 m² (374 ft²) of living space set upon a flat parcel of 104 m² (1,119 ft²). The flat terrain and 9.4-meter frontage along a 4.0-meter public road to the southwest ensure unencumbered vehicle access and effortless parking with no associated fees. Utilities are fully connected, featuring public water, propane gas, and reliable electricity infrastructure. The single-level floor plan eliminates stair hazards, offering easy upkeep, functional open-concept flow between dining and living quarters, and low ongoing maintenance overheads.
Located in the serene rural landscapes of Onjuku, transit access is remarkably practical: JR Sotobo Line Onjuku Station is reached in just 6 minutes by car (4.4 km). From Onjuku Station, JR Wakashio Limited Express trains connect directly to central Tokyo in approximately 80 minutes, providing seamless travel between the metropolis and the Pacific coastline. Local retail amenities are within easy reach, including major supermarket facilities situated 4.6 km away.
Positioned along the renowned Sotobo coastline, this residence serves as a direct launchpad to premier ocean, nature, and cultural destinations all reachable within a 4 to 40 minute drive. Onjuku Central Beach is only 5.2 km away (approximately 8 minutes by car), famous for its broad white sands and world-class surfing breaks. Championship golf venues, including Camel Golf & Hotel Resort and Onjuku Golf Course, are merely 2.5 km away (approximately 4 minutes by car). In addition, Katsuura Morning Market and Marine Park can be reached in 15 minutes, the historic Otaki Castle and Isumi Railway valley in 20 minutes, Tsurigasaki Surfing Beach (Tokyo 2020 Olympic venue) in 30 minutes, and the renowned hot springs of Yoro Ravine alongside Kamogawa Sea World within 35 to 40 minutes.
With an acquisition price rarely found in mature global real estate markets, this asset minimizes capital exposure while opening up diverse monetization and lifestyle strategies. It serves effortlessly as an experiential vacation rental tailored to surf and golf travelers, an affordable digital-nomad workshop, or a quiet weekend home away from metropolitan congestion. For international purchasers looking for low barrier-to-entry Japanese property with clear freehold ownership and compelling lifestyle appeal, this Onjuku home represents an outstanding, tangible opportunity.
Description:
This compact single-story bungalow features a highly functional 1LDK layout designed to maximize usable living space without wasted corridors. The main entrance opens directly into a bright, open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area (LDK) measuring 10.75 tatami mats (approx. 17 m² / 187 ft²), complete with an integrated sink and cooking station. Positioned discreetly off the living zone are the dedicated wet areas, comprising a private bathroom with a deep soaking tub and an independent toilet room. Adjacent to the central living area sits a comfortable Western-style bedroom measuring 6 tatami mats (approx. 10 m² / 105 ft²), which comes equipped with generous built-in closet storage (oshiire). Windows on multiple sides provide balanced natural light and cross-ventilation, delivering an efficient, easy-to-maintain single-level living environment.
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