Hakuba Kitashiro Ski Village Lot
536㎡ resort-zone land. Gut-renovate and capture Hakuba's #1 STR yield.
1969 ski village residence with vaulted ceiling on a rare 536㎡ lot in Hakuba Kitashiro — same zone as renovated chalets now listing at ¥80–120M. South-facing orientation and all-electric systems. Walking distance to Iimori Station on the JR Oito Line. Pre-1981 construction requires structural inspection and full renovation; priced to reflect this. Hakuba recorded the highest STR metrics of any Japan ski region: $456 ADR and $47,873 median annual revenue (AirROI 2025–2026, 539 active listings). Buy-renovate-operate play for buyers with renovation experience or a trusted local contractor.
Minpaku (short-term rental) status not confirmed. Verify with the municipal office and your agent before completing purchase. STR operation may be restricted to 180 days/yr or prohibited.
(conservative–optimistic)
(130 days avg)
(low–high investment)
1969 construction (pre-1981 seismic standard). All-electric system (no gas infrastructure). South-facing orientation with vaulted ceiling. Structural inspection required before purchase. Major renovation needed: full electrical rewiring, plumbing, kitchen, bathrooms, insulation, and seismic reinforcement assessment. Priced to reflect full renovation scope.
Renovation estimate: ¥8.0M – ¥20.0M
Source: AirROI 2025–2026 · 539 active listings analysed
⚠ Minpaku Status: Requires Verification
Requires verification before purchase
- ⊙ 2.5km · 7minIimori Station (JR Oito Line)
- ⛷ 4km · 8minHakuba Goryu Ski Resort
- ⛷ 7.5km · 12minHappo-one Ski Resort
- ◻ 2.5km · 6minConvenience Store (Lawson Hakuba)
- ♨ 8km · 14minHakuba Happo Onsen
- Minpaku (STR) permit — Requires pre-purchase verification with municipal office
- Structural inspection — Not yet conducted. Recommend independent inspection (¥50k–¥100k) before purchase.
- Land rights: Confirm ownership vs. leasehold (借地権). Leasehold affects resale value and mortgage eligibility.
- Utilities: Verify water supply (public / well), sewage (公共下水 vs. 浄化槽), gas (city gas / propane — propane is 2–3× higher cost).
- Earthquake resistance: Built 1969 — pre-1981 seismic standard. Structural inspection critical.
- Acquisition costs: Budget +5–8% on top of purchase price (registration, agent fee, tax).