This house for sale in Gosen, Niigata gives you 10 bedrooms and 3,308 m² of land on a hillside, with parking for eight cars. It is a big, practical property in Japanese countryside, priced well below what a home of this size would cost near Tokyo or Osaka. The main structure dates from December 1964 and was extended and renovated in 1993 and 2004. It is vacant, so a buyer could move in straight away.
The House: 309 m² and 10 Bedrooms
The house combines Japanese and Western styles over two floors of timber construction, with 309 m² of living space in a 10LDK layout. That means ten bedrooms plus a living, dining and kitchen area of about 26 tatami mats, or roughly 43 m². Wood flooring runs throughout, which keeps the rooms warm underfoot in a prefecture with proper winters.
There is one bathroom. Bath, toilet and wash basin are in separate spaces, and the toilet is a bidet type. That is a sensible Japanese arrangement, but with ten bedrooms you may want to add a second bathroom. The seller has scheduled a further renovation for October 2026. It covers partial replacement of the bath, toilet and vanity fittings, some exterior wall replacement, and new wallpaper and flooring in places. Ask the agent exactly what is included and who carries out the work, because that decides what you will want to budget for yourself.
The layout suits a few different uses. A multi-generational family could give each household its own floor. A group of friends or relatives could share it as a holiday home in Niigata. Someone with a hobby, a workshop or a home business could spread out without worrying about neighbours.
The Land: Garden, Garage and Parking on 3,308 m²
The plot is about 3,308 m², or roughly 1,000 tsubo, and it is freehold. That is a lot of ground by Japanese standards. It includes a private garden, a garage and a storage shed for tools, bicycles or garden equipment. Up to eight cars can park on the property. The house stands on a hill, so you get privacy and a view over the surrounding green landscape. The access road on the east side is 4.2 m wide.
The land is zoned residential in a non-classified city planning area. The building coverage ratio is 70% and the floor area ratio is 200%. Those figures leave room for future changes, such as an annex, but anything you build must be checked with the local authority first. A plot this size also needs regular upkeep. You will need a mower, a plan for the growing season and someone to keep an eye on things if you are abroad for months.
Living in Gosen and the Niigata Countryside
Gosen is a small city on the Niigata plain, known for its tulip fields and its long tradition of knitwear making. The Gozu mountains rise to the northeast, and Niigata Prefecture as a whole is famous for Koshihikari rice and sake. Daily errands, schools and shops are in Gosen itself. The seller describes the property as within reach of them.
Be realistic about the location. Gosen Station is about a 50-minute walk away, so this is a house for someone with a car. Winters in Niigata bring snow, so ask about heating, how the drive is cleared and how the house is looked after when empty. In summer the garden and the surrounding hills are the main attraction.
Getting There: Station, Airport and Drive Times
From Gosen you can reach Niigata city in a short train or car ride. Niigata Airport is roughly 40 minutes away by car, and Niigata Station connects to Tokyo by the Joetsu Shinkansen in about two hours. Most international buyers fly into Tokyo and continue by bullet train, then pick up a rental car for the last stretch.
Key Features
- House for sale, good condition, vacant and available for immediate occupancy
- 10 bedrooms in a 10LDK layout, 1 bathroom
- 309 m² of living space over two above-ground floors
- Living, dining and kitchen area of about 26 tatami mats (around 43 m²)
- Wood construction with wood flooring throughout
- Built December 1964, extended and renovated in 1993 and 2004
- Further renovation scheduled for October 2026: bath, toilet and vanity fittings, some exterior walls, wallpaper and flooring
- 3,308 m² freehold plot with private garden
- Garage, storage shed and parking for up to eight cars
- Residential zoning, building coverage 70%, floor area ratio 200%
- Access from a 4.2 m wide road on the east side
- Annual fixed asset tax of ¥83,600 for fiscal year 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreigner buy a house in Japan?Generally yes. Japan does not normally restrict foreign nationals from buying land or buildings, and you do not need to live there. You will still need a local bank account or a way to transfer funds, and it helps to work with a bilingual agent or a judicial scrivener.
Is this house practical without a car?No. The walk to Gosen Station takes about 50 minutes, so daily life here depends on driving. The eight parking spaces and the garage make that easy on the property itself.
What are the running costs?The listed fixed asset tax is ¥83,600 for fiscal year 2026. Utilities, winter heating and garden maintenance on a plot this size come on top of that, so factor them into your budget.
If you are looking for a large house in Niigata Prefecture with real land around it, contact Homestra to ask questions or arrange a viewing of this property in Gosen.
