Wood house in Toyama
Wood house in Toyama
Himi, Toyama
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A spectacular vista unfolds overlooking Toyama Bay and the majestic Tateyama mountain range. The Tomari district possesses a beauty that inspires people to want to move here, and this house nestled in a quaint alley embodies serene quietude that belies its peaceful exterior, yet offers a rich, luxurious space where each room presents a distinctly different 'face of silence.' / Dedication Property Report: The blue expanse of Toyama Bay and the towering Tateyama mountain range beyond. A sight so breathtaking that visitors are rendered speechless, yearning to make this place their home, this landscape exists as daily reality in the Tomari district. As proven by the views from the beloved guest house 'Immigure' in the area, this land possesses an unparalleled and special potential. From this beautiful seaside, one steps back into a quiet alley. Situated in a corner where traffic is sparse and time seems to flow slowly, surrounded by tranquility and charm, stands the building we present today. Upon opening the imposing entrance door, you are first greeted by an open atrium and a beautiful entrance hall whose wood grain gleams with careful polish. From the unpretentious fishing-town air outside, you are instantly transported into an exquisite private realm. From here begins a journey through this house's many 'faces of silence.' Opening the shoji screens reveals a Japanese-style room that naturally straightens one's posture. Masterfully carved transoms and dignified coffered ceilings showcase the meticulous craftsmanship of artisans whose like can no longer be easily found today. What dwells here is a 'taut, dignified silence' that mysteriously soothes the heart. Soft light filtering through the shoji, you might simply lie down and rest, or open a favorite book. Only the songs of birds from the mountain behind mark time quietly. Opening another door from the Japanese room, an entirely different silence awaits. A Western-style room with wooden flooring and nostalgic lighting, and in the corner sits a weighty classic audio system. This room offers 'densely concentrated silence' for immersing oneself only in what one loves and finds comforting. Drop the needle on your favorite vinyl record and listen intently to the music flowing from the speakers, or perhaps it is time for reading or watching a film. There is ample room in this space for forgetting the outside world and diving deep within, a luxurious adult hideaway. Daily living spaces, too, are imbued with this home's gentle, serene rhythm. In the spacious kitchen, one might dynamically prepare fresh seafood acquired from a favorite fishmonger or caught by one's own hand. The bathroom, with its rich-green marble-textured tile and light-green bathtub, offers a 'gradual, easy silence' reminiscent of a hot-spring inn. What exists in this home is not merely a 'quiet country house.' Rather, it is a 'gradient silence' that allows the five senses to shift pleasantly with each room. Sensing Toyama Bay's natural beauty close by, dwelling in the depths of a charming alley where you select your own rich 'face of silence', such a rare, irreplaceable seat of living awaits you here.
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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.
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Source listing last changed: 2026-07-21
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Original listing: https://himi-akiya.net/property/9657
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