Thatched Real Estate for Sale
Thatched Properties in Miyama, Kyoto, Japan
A project produced by Haruo Nishio
Hotaru-an
Property Overview Price JPY 250,000,000 (Approx. USD 1.65 million) Type Thatched-roof residence with irori hearth Approx. 150 years old Land & Building Size Land: approx. 5,300 m² Building: approx. 200 m² Layout 2 bedrooms 1 bathrooms Overview Hotaru-an is a historic thatched-roof house set within an expansive natural environment in Miyama, Kyoto. The property combines traditional architecture with modern comfort, featuring a spacious cypress-wood bath, a sauna, and a fully equipped contemporary kitchen. Surrounded by seasonal landscapes, the house offers a quiet and immersive living experience, where history and daily life coexist naturally. With one of the largest thatched roofs in the area and a history spanning more than 150 years, Hotaru-an is officially designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan, recognized for its exceptional cultural and historical significance.
MIYAMA - OBATAKE
Property Overview Price JPY 140,000,000 (Approx. USD 0.93 million) Type Thatched-roof residence with detached guest house Approx. 150 years old Building Size Total building area: approx. 200 m² Layout 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Overview OBATAKE is a refined thatched-roof residence that balances architectural beauty with functional living. The property consists of a main house and a detached guest wing, each equipped with its own modern bathroom facilities, making it well suited for extended families or groups of guests. The main house features a recently re-thatched roof of exceptional quality, while preserving original structural pillars built using traditional construction methods. Modern comforts have been carefully integrated into the interior, allowing the house to function seamlessly as a contemporary living space without compromising its historical character. From the upper floor, the interior offers a rare view of the thatched roof structure itself, revealing the craftsmanship and scale of the roof from within. OBATAKE is a place where traditional architecture, thoughtful renovation, and everyday usability come together in quiet harmony.
