1950s wood house in Shiga

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Excellent transportation hub and convenience! Begin a convenient rural lifestyle. / Charming bengara-red retro appearance. For those familiar with old farmhouses, are you acquainted with 'bengara'? It is a red or rust-colored pigment applied to walls, ceilings, and pillars. Bengara, derived from iron oxide in the earth, has insect-repellent and decay-preventing properties, making 'bengara painting' of houses a long-standing tradition seen in many old farmhouses in Yonehara. Interestingly, research shows it is the oldest pigment used since the Paleolithic era, with a natural material that resists aging and fading. A close, dependable color that brightens Japanese living. The etymology comes from India's Bengal region. Who knew! Now, this house features bengara painting in numerous places, with beauty that particularly catches the eye. Despite being nearly 70 years old, it proves its resilience to aging and fading. Given the deep snow region, original sturdy materials were used, and the homeowner's good maintenance over the years is evident. The spacious entrance earthen floor creates an open atmosphere. From there, one glimpses bengara-painted pillars and charming architectural elements, bright rooms with sunlight and a veranda, surely evoking the reassurance of coming home. A portion of the wall just inside the entrance is beautifully tiled, evidence of a bathhouse from long ago. The retro 'kamado stoking opening' remains at the bottom, so please take a look. / In addition to the cottage, this property also has a garage and storage shed (with convenient features!), so please come for a viewing! / Features: 【Japanese-style architecture】Japanese house, tatami rooms with fusuma sliding doors, architectural elements, transoms, bengara 【Spacious second floor】Compact but comprehensive layout. Large beams that can be freely used depending on renovation 【Location】Near a major road and station, convenient travel in either direction / Surrounding environment: Approximately 5 minutes on foot to the nearest station. Along a main road. Supermarkets, drugstores, convenience stores, and clinics are nearby with good living convenience. Elementary and junior high schools are close. Good views from windows, a small stream flowing by.