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$352,348

¥56.2M · ¥305,882/m²

Charming Japanese House with Garden in Niigata

For sale · checked today · price cut ¥1.8M on Jun 15, 2026

  • Nishikan Ward, Niigata新潟県新潟市西蒲区岩室温泉1325-15
  • 5DK+S · 183.6 m² (1,976 sq ft)
  • 1,564.9 m² of land (473.4 tsubo)
  • Wood-frame, single-story · Built 1999
  • JR Iwamuro Station: 63 min walk

Ownership check

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

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  • FreeholdYou would own the land, not lease it.
  • Likely rebuildableNo restriction recorded. Worth confirming the road frontage.
  • Urbanization control area (市街化調整区域)New building and some renovations need permission. Ask what is allowed.
  • Built 1999, wooden, before the 2000 updateMeets the 1981 code but not the 2000 rules for wooden houses. Ask for an inspection.

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What it costs to buy and keep

On top of the price, once

Agent commissionLegal maximum$12,042¥1,919,280
Acquisition tax$3,523 – $10,570¥561,600 – ¥1,684,800
Registration + scrivener$2,452 – $8,176¥390,800 – ¥1,303,200
Total to buy$370,365 – $383,136¥59,031,680 – ¥61,067,280

Every year

Property tax (est.)$1,480 – $3,594¥235,872 – ¥572,832
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

FamilyMart4.4 km
Supermarket3.6 km
Hospital9.6 km
Iwamuro Station4.4 km

At this address

  • Earthquake13% chance of strong shaking in 30 years (J-SHIS)
    High
  • VolcanoBandai is 110 km away
    Far
  • TyphoonsLow for this prefecture
    Low
  • SnowHeavy snowfall in winter
    Heavy
  • PopulationNishikan Ward: -30% 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 Japanese house features a spacious layout with a land area of 473 tsubo and includes a beautiful cherry blossom garden. The property is well-lit and located in a quiet area, perfect for families looking for a peaceful retreat. With ample space for gardening and outdoor activities, it offers a unique living experience.

Parking for 3 or more carsImmediate transfer availableLand over 100 tsuboInterior renovationSouth facingSystem kitchenGood sunlight exposureAll rooms with storageFacing south roadQuiet residential areaJapanese roomGardenHome gardenTwo toiletsBathroom over 1 tsuboShower-equipped toiletBathroom with windowGreen residential areaGood ventilationGood viewShutter garageAll rooms over 6 tatamiCity gasLocated on high groundTerraceStorage roomLow traffic volume in the vicinity
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