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$124,225

¥19.8M · ¥157,143/m²

4LDK House with Mountain Views in Nishikatsura

For sale · checked today · listed Feb 20, 2026

  • Hikone, Shiga滋賀県彦根市西葛籠町
  • 4LDK · 126 m² (1,356 sq ft)
  • 166.3 m² of land (50.3 tsubo)
  • Wood-frame, 2 stories · Built 2008
  • JR Kawase Station: 31 min walk

Ownership check

Foreigners can buy property in Japan on the same terms as locals. Here is what this listing says.

Nothing in the listing blocks a purchase.
  • FreeholdYou would own the land, not lease it.
  • Rebuild rules not statedAsk whether the plot has the road frontage to rebuild.
  • Built 2008, to the 2000 earthquake codeBuilt under the current rules for wooden houses.

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What it costs to buy and keep

On top of the price, once

Agent commissionLegal maximum$4,514¥719,400
Acquisition tax$1,242 – $3,727¥198,000 – ¥594,000
Registration + scrivener$1,186 – $3,488¥189,000 – ¥556,000
Total to buy$131,167 – $135,954¥20,906,400 – ¥21,669,400

Every year

Property tax (est.)$522 – $1,267¥83,160 – ¥201,960
Fire + earthquake insurance (est.)$314 – $941¥50,000 – ¥150,000

Estimates from the asking price. Taxes are set on the assessed value, which is usually lower.

Life around the house

FamilyMart1.4 km
Supermarket140 m
Hospital1.6 km
Amago Station1.3 km

At this address

  • Earthquake28% chance of strong shaking in 30 years (J-SHIS)
    Very high
  • VolcanoOntake is 135 km away
    Far
  • TyphoonsModerate for this prefecture
    Moderate
  • SnowModerate snowfall in winter
    Moderate
  • PopulationHikone: -13% by 2050 (IPSS)
    Declining
  • Airbnb / minpakuNo zoning rule found for this spot.
    Ask the town hall
Flood, landslide and tsunami maps for this spot

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Full listing details

This charming 4LDK home, built in 2008, is situated on a corner lot with beautiful mountain views. The property features a modern system kitchen and ample storage, including a walk-in closet. Located just 31 minutes from Kawase Station, it offers a peaceful lifestyle while being close to local amenities.

Parking for 2 carsCorner lotSystem kitchenMountain viewsProximity to elementary school
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