Wood house in Maibara

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Small and elegant house with historic character. The former Nakasendo route features traditional townscapes visited by distant travelers as a historic landmark. This mountainous area has a nearby stream and rich nature; leisurely walks with grand vistas are very pleasant. / House on a quiet alley. Walking from the Nakasendo into a small path, you find a quiet alley with a calm atmosphere. / Beautiful approach from alley to entrance. Various plants and shrubs surround the house with a path leading to the entrance. While main-street houses have impressive facades, back-alley homes have elegant designs befitting their small size, creating a very peaceful atmosphere. Bamboo sleeve fencing (tama-sodegaki) separates the tsubo-garden from the space, adding charm and elegance. / The tsuboniwa garden has camellia buds swelling through cold winters, awaiting spring. Viewing the small garden from the seating area is delightful. Sunlight streaming through the engawa veranda is warm and comforting. / Wooden fixtures remain in use, wonderful. Wooden sliding doors, storm shutters, screw closures, fusuma and shoji screens, wooden carved transoms, and tokonoma alcoves, traditional Japanese house details are impressive. The kitchen's retro-patterned frosted glass is charming. The engawa's floorboards shine with decades of care; the grain is beautiful and pleasant underfoot. / When the landlord was young, his father built this house; half a century has passed. Careful stewardship has preserved these fine, elegant details. / The compact floorplan is livable and just right. Old houses are often large and hard to maintain; this convenient modern layout is a plus for nuclear families! / Practical kitchen with back entrance for garbage and shopping, efficient workflow. Water fixtures are renovated; kitchen, bath, and toilet are comfortable. / First floor: one Western room, three Japanese rooms with engawa on both sides, bright. Climbing a steep staircase beyond leads to second floor: two Japanese rooms (3 and 6 tatami). Plenty of storage in private rooms. / The landlord notes 2nd-floor fusuma screens need replacement. / One-minute walk from house: a small shed and vacant land with parking; small vegetable garden possible. / Station is about 10-minute walk. Very convenient for train commutes to Nagoya and Kansai. Few such areas in the city offer walkable access to postal office, bank, and municipal services, highly privileged location! / Along the old route, longtime community supermarket; nearby elementary and middle schools, great for families. Summer festival is grand, drawing crowds from neighboring areas. / Features: [Wooden fixtures] Traditional details including sliding doors, storm shutters, screw closures, fusuma, shoji, carved transoms, and tokonoma remain. [Move-in ready] Renovated water systems; comfortable immediate occupancy. Compact layout is ideal for families. [Fusuma replacement] 2nd-floor Japanese room screens need attention, landlord notes. / Garden: Tsubo-garden beyond the entrance approach. Bamboo-fenced space with camellias and small plantings; pleasant atmosphere.