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    "title": "Niigata 8DK: Space to Dream, $82K! (Price Drop)",
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    "markdown": "## Niigata 8DK: Space to Dream, $82K ~~$109K~~!\n\n## A Fully Renovated Kominka: Big Space, Small Price!\n\n### 8DK layout, modern upgrades, ready to move in\n\n### Nearly 1,000 sqm of land + large garage/workshop\n\n### 700m to train, 4-car parking, triple road access\n\n### Sold by company: smooth, supported transaction\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe5th4HdgEYhbPSutBdTRoqpC0KIljyzax9w6s)Set in the quiet countryside of Niigata’s Nishikanbara region, this spacious 8DK **kominka** is the kind of place that makes you wonder why more people aren’t looking here. It’s **big**, it’s **bright**, it’s **fully renovated**, and the **price dropped** from around $109,000 USD to **¥13.8M (\\~$82,000) in August, 2026**.\n\nThat's not a typo. This isn't a fixer-upper that needs a new roof and a dozen weekends of sweat equity. This kominka was **renovated in March 2025** and it shows. \n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeUNdwTrm7zpHeW0PT56oV8w2alJr9yGxuXSnD)### ✨ Traditional Soul, Modern Comfort\n\nFrom the outside, it has all the character you'd expect from a Japanese country house built in the 1960s: broad eaves, rustic wooden lines, and deep-set proportions. But step inside, and you’re in for a surprise.\n\n•\tFour beautiful tatami rooms, light-filled and inviting\n\n•\tA modern kitchen and dining space, easy to cook in and easy to clean\n\n•\tTwo brand-new vanity units, plus a sleek unit bath and a separate toilet for comfort and convenience\n\n•\tWestern-style rooms, ideal for sleeping, lounging, or setting up a home office\n\n•\tTons of hidden corners, perfect for work, hobbies, or guests looking for a little quiet\n\nAnd that’s just the **main house**. Out back, there's a **massive detached garage and storage house** that could easily become a workshop, bike barn, creative studio, or simply your personal overflow space. \n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeVLXCwP2szbdi0HE6StoQuUYZI9nslpgvkqy3)### 📍 Location Perks: Walkable, Driveable, Livable\n\nYou’re just **700 meters from Minami Yoshida Station** on the Echigo Line — a quick, walkable trip when you need to hop on the train. Prefer to drive? There's **parking for up to four cars**.\n\nDespite the quiet setting, you're still close to local amenities, and the house sits on a well-connected triple road frontage for easy access. \n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeVEGmRkszbdi0HE6StoQuUYZI9nslpgvkqy3W)### 🌾 Why Niigata? Think Big (and Bright)\n\nNiigata is known throughout Japan for its **Koshihikari rice**, and that rich agricultural heritage shows in its real estate: **large plots**, **well-built homes**, and **room to breathe**. This property has nearly **1,000 sqm of land**, more than double the size of most suburban lots.\n\nOf course, that space comes with some upkeep. Expect to do seasonal yard work or weed control, and the **garage and annex** will need some maintenance over time. But with a solid main house and a fresh interior, you’re starting from a strong place. \n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeJM8218c5NgL3Knr6WvUlZFx2sSVqud7tGTI1)### 📸 Quick Property Snapshot\n\n- 🏡 **8DK** layout with tons of flexibility and privacy\n- 📐 **271 sqm** of living space / **988 sqm** of land\n- 🛠️ **Renovated March 2025** and ready to move in\n- 🚗 **Parking for 4** + detached garage/storage\n- 🚉 **700m to Minami Yoshida Station**\n- 💰 **PRICE DROP!** **¥13M / \\~$82,000 USD** as of August 2026\n  - ~~¥13.8M / \\~$109,000 USD as of July 2025~~ \n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeXL8IFjuzgWLwZQdlAHypmTkIajO0U1F3YBxG)### 🎥 Check It Out!\n\n[youtube]\n\n### 🧭 Your Next Step\n\nBuying in Japan doesn’t have to be a solo journey. The best way forward is to **connect with others who are already doing it**.\n\n**Join the AkiyaHub community** to:\n\n- Learn from real **buyers and renovators**\n- Share your own **ideas and experiences**\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeZztSNogXPZO7bvh6rackRqgAe21BW9NUC0jx)### 🔑 Would you live here, retreat here, or rent it out?\n\nWhether you’re hunting for a family-sized **countryside escape**, a **guesthouse project**, or a **modern home** wrapped in kominka charm, this property checks all the right boxes and then some.\n\n---\n\n### Ready to explore?\n\n- 👉 [How to Find Your Dream Property in Japan](https://akiyahub.com/articles/how-to-find-your-dream-property-in-japan): Learn how to explore regions, compare value, and confidently discover standout homes using AkiyaHub’s most powerful search approach.\n\n- 👉 [Join the AkiyaHub community](https://akiyahub.com/jointhecommunity): Learn from real buyers, ask questions freely, and move forward with confidence as you explore owning a home in Japan.",
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