Imagine owning a one-of-a-kind dome house in Shizuoka, surrounded by the greenery of the Izu Peninsula. Priced at about $68,000, this distinctive 2LDK home was built in May 1994 and offers 105 m² of living space on a 272 m² plot.
The high-ceilinged living room gives the interior a bright, open feeling, while the loft adds extra flexible space for sleeping, storage or hobbies. With 2 bedrooms, a relaxing white-toned interior and a private hot spring bath source ♨️, this home is designed for slow, peaceful living.
It also comes with parking for 3 cars, public water, electricity and LPG gas. Located in a vacation-home area, it could work beautifully as a permanent residence, weekend escape or nature-focused retreat. The unusual dome design gives it real personality, while the surrounding forest and quiet setting make it a memorable alternative to a typical Japanese house. A rare find for anyone dreaming of an affordable, character-filled escape in Japan.
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