Description
Tranquil Country Retreat in Okayama – Just $19,500 (all purchase costs included)
Nestled in the peaceful rural town of Yakage in Okayama Prefecture, this charming 6DK home offers an exceptional opportunity for those seeking a serene lifestyle or a unique investment in Japan’s countryside. Priced at only $19,500 (all purchase costs included), the property spans a generous 565 m² (6,087 ft²) of land, with a well-proportioned building area of 117 m² (1,256 ft²).
The traditional wooden structure includes four spacious Japanese-style rooms, a Western-style room, and a functional Dining Kitchen with an adjacent living space and original earthen-floored entrance. With parking space and connection to public utilities, it’s ideal for a relaxing second home or guesthouse renovation.
Yakage is a historically rich area, known for its scenic routes and preserved Edo-period architecture. Within a 30-minute drive, you can explore major attractions like Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, the Ohara Museum of Art, and Mount Washu, offering a blend of culture, art, and panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea. The remote yet accessible location makes it perfect for both personal use and vacation rental income.
This is your chance to own a piece of authentic Japanese countryside living with unbeatable affordability and potential.
Details
AJ250015
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117 m²
565 m²
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1933
Floor Plans
Residential Floor Layout
Description:
A traditional Japanese home features a total of 6 rooms plus dining and kitchen space (6DK). The layout includes four tatami-mat Japanese-style rooms—two at 6 tatami mats and two at 8 tatami mats—arranged in a central cluster ideal for flexible family use or hosting. Adjacent to the Japanese rooms is a wooden-floored Western-style living room (approx. 6 tatami mats) and a dining-kitchen area (approx. 8 tatami mats).
A separate Western-style room lies beyond the dirt-floor entry hall (土間), connected through a storage area and warehouse room, which offers practical space for tools or hobby use. Facilities include a unit bath, toilet, washbasin, and dedicated storage closets throughout. A large engawa-style veranda connects the southern rooms, offering scenic views and sunlight.
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Features
Additional details
- Layout: 6 rooms, Dining & Kitchen
- Structure: Wooden, 2-story
- Building Area: 117 m² (1,256 ft²)
- Land Area: 565 m² (6,087 ft²)
- Nearest Station: 10 min drive to Yakage Station
- Parking: Space for 2 or more cars
- Features & Equipment: Tatami rooms, wooden structure, dirt-floor entrance, storage, unit bath, bathroom window, veranda, sliding doors, parking
- Utilities: Public water, septic tank, electricity, 3m public road access
- Orientation: South-facing with excellent sunlight
- Tags / Highlights: Quiet countryside, good sun exposure, relaxing natural surroundings
Address
- Address 3114 Kamikōzue, Yakage, Oda District, Okayama
- City Oda Ward (Okayama)
- State/county Okayama
- Zip/Postal Code 714-1203
- Area Yakage
- Country Japan
