Kanagawa 7DK: Mountain Charm, $100K!

Traditional Shoin Style Meets Peaceful Satoyama Living

7DK layout, beautiful tatami rooms, traditional woodwork

Two stories, 167 sqm building area on a 357 sqm lot

South-facing, parking for 2+, small garden

¥14.8M / ~$100,000 USD as of August 2025

If you’ve been dreaming of a life tucked into the green folds of western Kanagawa, still within reach of the Tokyo metro area but wrapped in nature, this property in Yamakita-machi might be the one. Built in 1985, this 7DK home blends classic Japanese craftsmanship with plenty of space in a quiet mountain town near great parks and hot springs.

While some areas need renovation, the traditional first-floor rooms and signature shoin-zukuri design (think timeless elegance and traditional sophistication) make this a rare find.

✨ Classic Design, Ready for Your Touch

Step inside and you’ll be greeted by a wide genkan with intricate wooden details. It’s the kind of entrance that makes an impression. The heart of the home is its series of Japanese-style rooms, some connected by a bright engawa for enjoying mountain breezes.

• 🪵 Elegant woodwork in the entrance and tatami rooms

• 🎎 Multiple Japanese-style rooms, ideal for tea, hosting, or quiet retreats

• ☀️ Engawa sunroom linking two tatami rooms

• 🚪 Ample storage throughout, plus a secondary rear entrance

• 🏠 Large Western-style room upstairs with balcony access

• 🌿 Small garden with trees and plants, adding charm and seasonal color

• 🛠️ Several rooms and floors are ready for full renovation, and the roof and balcony may benefit from inspection for future peace of mind

Out back, a small shack offers extra storage, though it’ll need attention before active use.

📍 Location Perks: Nature, Privacy, and Space

This home is in a quiet neighborhood of single-family homes, with no private road burden. Yamakita Station on the JR Gotemba Line is about 29 minutes on foot or 8 minutes by bike. A 7-minute bike ride takes you to the nearest convenience store and supermarket; for drivers, the narrow country roads mean a smaller vehicle is ideal.

By car, you can reach the Tōmei Expressway in about 20 minutes, putting Odawara within roughly 30 minutes and central Yokohama in about 75–80 minutes under normal traffic, so you’re well connected for weekend trips or commutes.

🗻 Why Yamakita?

Set in Kanagawa’s Ashigarakami District, Yamakita is a peaceful satoyama (mountain village) area surrounded by the Tanzawa mountain range and close to Lake Tanzawa. Hiking, camping, hot springs, and fishing are all within a short drive.

Yamakita offers a slower pace without cutting you off from the rest of Kanagawa. It’s a gateway to Tanzawa-Ōyama Quasi-National Park and has a rich local culture. Think crisp mountain air, seasonal festivals, and weekends that start on the trail instead of the train platform.

That said, you’ll want to be prepared for a car-based lifestyle. Amenities aren’t within walking distance, and winters can get cool in the mountains.

📸 Quick Property Snapshot

• 🏡 7DK layout with traditional shoin-zukuri design

• 📐 167.31 sqm building area / 357.02 sqm land area

• ☀️ South-facing, small garden

• 🚗 Parking for 2+

• 🚉 ~29 min walk / 8 min bike ride to Yamakita Station

• 💰 ¥14.8M / ~$100,000 USD (as of August 2025)

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🔑 Would You Live Here, Retreat Here, or Reinvent It?

Whether you’re picturing a peaceful full-time residence, a creative countryside retreat, or a lovingly restored guesthouse, this Yamakita property gives you a head start with its spacious layout and authentic design.

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