You can own a fully renovated 94-year-old Japanese countryside home for just $108K 😳 Located in Agano, Niigata, this massive traditional house blends authentic old Japan with modern comfort. Built in 1932, the property offers an incredible 230㎡ of living space with 8 bedrooms, exposed wooden beams, a huge 16-tatami living area, updated kitchen and bathrooms, and even a private workshop.
Set on over 1,370㎡ of land surrounded by peaceful rural scenery 🌾, this home feels like a hidden retreat while still being close to supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and Mizuhara Station only a few minutes away. The house was fully renovated in 2026 with new plumbing, flooring, wallpaper, interior and exterior paint, and modern equipment, making it move-in ready without losing its traditional Japanese soul.
Parking for 4 cars, a large garden, all-electric utilities, and extra storage space make this property perfect for a family home, countryside Airbnb, guesthouse project, or anyone dreaming of escaping expensive city life in Japan 🇯🇵
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