1970s house in Toyama
1970s house in Himi
Himi, Toyama
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Location
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Full description
Himi's Shimao area has easy access toward Takaoka. Train commuting via Shimao Station is convenient, and car commuting is also smooth thanks to the 6-meter-wide road frontage and garage for smooth departure and arrival. By connecting to the Takaoka employment zone, the area flexibly accommodates both remote work and office-based lifestyles. A house that receives the breeze flowing toward the sea and embraces the warmth of work left in the doma (earthen-floored room). This property first conveys peace of mind through the spaciousness of the entrance and porch eaves. The traffic flow that allows you to pause and breathe before stepping up with wet coats and boots is very well-suited to Japan Sea side living. The presence of a garden and central courtyard enriches daily life. In spring, potting seedlings in the garden; during rainy season, enjoying coffee while watching rain under the eaves; in summer, drawing breezes through bamboo blinds from the central courtyard; in autumn, even the sound of sweeping fallen leaves becomes the rhythm of house time. Winter offers reassurance from the solid presence of tile roofing, and by making use of indoor and outdoor drying racks, you can plan household chores without being swayed by weather. The 7-room layout offers the joy of reorganizing spaces into "personal places" and "shared areas." For example, using the connected rooms on the first floor as family living and dining areas, the room beside the kitchen as food storage and workspace. Making the room near the through-doma into a workshop, you can spread out fishing gear and gardening supplies without hesitation. On the second floor, combining bedroom, hobby room, and study allows smooth switching between work-from-home and off-hours. Using all 7 rooms generously, there is even room to keep one Japanese-style guest room. The greatest charm of this house is how well the outdoor spaces are utilized. The approximately 98-tsubo plot has ample room for vehicle maneuvering and is equipped with a garage. This semi-outdoor space also functions for loading in rainy weather and serves as a DIY base. The central courtyard frames the sky while blocking the view, a light outdoor space. On the garden side, a single bed of vegetables, with blueberries and herbs scattered about, and the eaves become a fixed place for seasonal handwork like drying nets, pickled plums, and miso. Given this area's access to Himi fish and mountain vegetables, the doma and outdoor space functioning as a preparation area is a major advantage. / Renovation: Roof, exterior walls, and window frames show deterioration warranting a renovation plan. Insulation may be weaker than current standards, so interior window panes and additional underfloor and ceiling insulation offer cost-effective improvements. / Surrounding area: The location makes it easy to estimate daily travel patterns. School district includes Miyata Elementary and Saijo Junior High. The plot width also makes it easy to pick up children from club activities and cram school, reducing household stress. In this area with nearby sea and satoyama (rural foothills), you will naturally want to include weekend fishing, tide pool exploration, and shopping for seasonal ingredients in your plans.
Specifications
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Area and hazard data
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.
Floor plans
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Source listing last changed: 2026-07-21
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Original listing: https://himi-akiya.net/property/8884
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