House in Shiga (28)
House in Shiga
Maibara, Shiga
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Location
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Full description
At the foot of Mt. Ibuki, cradled by gods and grand nature, start a new life there / A place where you feel the sacred Mt. Ibuki nearby and pass time with nature's four seasons. The comfortably renovated house was once a guest house, and retains a spacious, sturdy structure. Recommended for young families and for those seeking to run guesthouses or craft shops combined with residential use. / A charming, traditional Japanese house / The owner lived here until high school graduation. The house was rebuilt when he was in elementary school; he recalls seeing guests pass through the home during his parents' guest house years. / The entrance is wide and bright, with an unobstructed view to the alcove at the back; yet sliding doors create a sense of grandeur, this is the beauty of Japanese architecture! The woodwork and staircase retain charming Showa-era retro touches. / The living room space where the family gathers has been renovated for comfort in every season, ensuring safe, secure living. / Freedom in how to live / The proximity to school is a major attraction. The owner recalls: "I could hear the school bell, so I'd leave home at the last minute and still make it on time." While depopulation is often discussed, this neighborhood still has many children, festivals, and local support, making it an excellent environment for child-rearing. "Back then we played softball in the schoolyard, went skiing down hillsides, played lots outside with local friends, helped with rice planting, it was busy but wonderful memories," says the owner. Natural, quiet surroundings at Mt. Ibuki's foot with excellent views and children's voices heard from time to time, this might be where you find Japan's timeless pastoral landscape. / The grounds include a large semi-basement storage building and a covered garage. Ideal for barbecues. For gardening or farming, nearby fields and paddies offer supportive "mentors" to teach agricultural practices. / Ski slopes and hiking trails nearby; tourism is active in this region, making guesthouse operations appealing. / The owner welcomes whoever "inherits this house, use it freely as you wish." / Grounds: excellent sun exposure, spacious lot / Features: [Traditional Japanese architecture] Authentic Japanese house with tatami rooms, sliding doors, and charming fixtures / [Spacious 2nd floor] Flexible layout for individual guest rooms or adaptable partitions as family grows, renovation options are limitless / [Semi-basement storage] Large storage perfect for winter tires or farm equipment; stable temperature makes it ideal as a pickle-storage cellar too / [Parking] Covered garage plus room for several cars around the house perimeter / Nearby urban facilities: ~10 min by car to nearest station. Supermarkets, drugstores, home centers, convenience stores, clinic, bank ATM, post office, good living convenience. Elementary and middle schools nearby / Nearby area character: Natural, peaceful environment at the foot of Mt. Ibuki
Specifications
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Area and hazard data
- About 82.5 km from the coast
- About 62.0 km to the nearest primary school
A pre-1981 build predates Japan's current earthquake code, which can matter for insurance and renovation. We flag the era from the year built where we have it.
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Where this data comes from
- Earthquake-hazard forecast, from the national J-SHIS model (2024).
- Stations, coastline and schools, from Japan's Ministry of Land mapping data.
Source listing last changed: 2026-07-22
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Original listing: https://koisuru-akiya.com/information/list332
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