On the town's official empty-home register A municipal akiya bank is a town-run list of empty homes, so this one may qualify for local grants.

[Chuo-machi] Past and Present, One Roof

Himi, Toyama

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Price

Price on application

Building size

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Year built

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Structure

Unknown

Location

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Full description

A home standing in Chuo-machi in central Himi. The residential section has been carefully renovated for modern comfort, while the back retains a substantial earthen storehouse with exposed heavy beams. This property allows you to enjoy both contemporary living and traditional aesthetics under one roof. / Property Report: Chuo-machi in Himi City is the central part of Himi, lined with shops and homes near Himi fishing port. In this area, properties with insufficient onsite parking are common, but this property has space for 3 to 4 vehicles. Convenient whether your family uses multiple cars or you're welcoming guests. The living room features a striking red island kitchen. Against a backdrop of white walls and wooden flooring, the red accent adds just the right touch. Rather than facing the wall, the kitchen is oriented toward the center of the room, allowing you to see the entire interior while cooking and fostering natural conversation with dining guests. Centered on the kitchen, the layout makes it easy to consolidate eating and relaxation areas. From the living room, you can step directly into the garden. With an outdoor water faucet, the garden is perfect for barbecuing. Another distinctive feature is the impressive earthen storehouse at the back of the building. With a different atmosphere from the residential section, the interior retains traditional design elements, including heavy beams. Beyond using it for storage, you can position furniture, tools, or create a hobby workspace, leveraging the building's inherent character. While activation requires inspecting and maintaining the condition, this space offers potential not found in typical homes. The everyday living quarters are carefully maintained for ease of use. The back preserves a storehouse that tells the story of traditional construction. Furthermore, valuable parking space, scarce in this central location, is secured. The charm of this home lies in combining both the old and new, along with practical everyday usability.

Specifications

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Area and hazard data

Landslide risk

Data not available

Flood risk

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Tsunami risk

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Strong-earthquake chance

About 6% chance of a strong quake (shindo 6-lower or above) in 30 years

Source: National earthquake-hazard model

About 188.5 km from the coast
About 199.7 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.

Checked against the town's listing: 2026-08-27

Source listing last changed: 2026-08-27

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Original listing: https://himi-akiya.net/property/9896

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