[SOLD] Mountain Forest and Wilderness in Kibichuo Town, Kaga District, Okayama Prefecture, Japan.

Oct 17, 2024

We have also created an introduction video, so please enjoy the atmosphere and sounds of the area.

This property is no longer available for sale.

On-site tours are now available.

If you are interested, please contact “Sizento kurasu Co.”

International Phone Number: +81-868-72-2960

Additional information added on April 3rd.

This is a mountain forest and wilderness property located in Kibichuo Town, Kaga District, Okayama Prefecture, Japan.

The land area is approximately 9,346 square meters (about 2.3 acres), forming a "C" shape surrounding a pond.

Due to its unique shape, you can view the entire expansive area from any point on the property, making it truly special.

There are no nearby houses, offering a quiet environment surrounded by natural trees and cypress, as well as ample flat land, providing an ideal setting.

A 'No Entry' sign has been installed as a landmark.

The other two roads that connect to the property are unpaved.

First, the condition of the unpaved road (1).

The property is on the right.

Along this road, there are stakes marking the boundaries of the land.

Next, the condition of the unpaved road (2).

The unpaved road (2) has accumulated soil over many years, and currently, it seems unlikely that you can pass through.

In my opinion, it might be possible to clear it with a shovel over the course of a day, allowing passage with a four-wheel drive vehicle.

For two-wheel drive vehicles, gravel would need to be laid.

The distance is short, so you can purchase gravel from a home improvement store and do it yourself.

The following two images show the condition of the unpaved road (2) with accumulated soil.

It takes some effort, but it's worth it.

Beyond this point, there is a private road like this.

You can drive from here down to the flat land below.

This area is a north-facing slope, primarily planted with cypress trees.

I’ve heard that cypress trees on north-facing slopes grow slowly, resulting in high-quality timber.

There’s no shortage of building materials here.

From here, I will introduce the sunny south-facing side.

The unpaved road (1) faces south, and this time, I'll show you what it looks like when going down from that side.

You will go down a relatively gentle slope.

As you go down, the slope gradually becomes gentler.

As you come down near the pond, the land becomes almost flat.

It's also quite spacious.

This land is quiet, with a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere.

We've arrived near the pond.

This is a typical reservoir built by those who came before us.

It’s especially murky, possibly due to the rain from the previous day.

The pond is registered under the name of 'Kibichuo Town.'

There were also fish in it.

Photographed the north-facing slope from the south side.

I was able to take a beautiful photo.

The property is on the left.

A mountain living property with such ideal conditions is rare.

There are many possible uses, but it is especially recommended for those starting a mountain lifestyle.

Starting with tent living would also be a good idea.

It’s the perfect environment for camping.

Here is some additional information. (October 17, 2024)

I recently visited the property again.

Despite the paved asphalt road, there were no signs of cars passing, and it remains a quiet and luxurious environment.

A large flock of ducks was gathered at the pond, and it was impressive to see them all take flight at once.

It was quite a large flock, which suggests the area is very comfortable for them.

I visited to shoot a video of the property, and while the autumn leaves hadn’t started changing yet, I noticed that many of the trees were bearing fruit, so I’ll introduce some of them.

First, we have the Kobano-Kamabumi (Viburnum wrightii). People who love natural trees often use this species as a garden tree.

The ones you see in Okayama Prefecture tend to have well-formed shapes, with beautiful multi-stemmed specimens.

Both its autumn foliage and fruit are beautiful, so I highly recommend not cutting it down.

It doesn't grow large, so it would be great if you can make good use of it.

When the tree is healthy, it bears a lot of red fruit, which is edible.

Next is the Turibana (Euonymus oxyphyllus). While the fruit has already fallen, the state in which the remnants hang for a while is quite beautiful.

This tree is also a popular natural species, and it can be quite expensive if purchased.

In my experience, there are very few of these growing in the mountains of Okayama Prefecture. It's rare.

Lastly, we have the Natsuhaze (Vaccinium oldhamii). This is another popular natural tree.

It has a good shape and leaves, and its autumn foliage is beautiful. There’s nothing to criticize about it.

The fruit is sometimes called "Japanese blueberry."

It has a sweet and sour taste and is great for making jam. Mixing different autumn fruits to make your own original jam is also fun.

This property has many naturally growing Natsuhaze trees.

The rich natural environment, combined with the variety of terrain, allows for a diverse range of tree species, which is another appeal.

Today, I visited the property with a large vehicle, about 2 meters wide. While there were a few narrow spots, I was able to reach the site without any issues. However, since cars rarely pass through, there are spots where leaves have piled up.

At present, a four-wheel drive vehicle is the safest option.

Once the road is used more regularly, it’s paved with asphalt, so even a two-wheel drive car will be fine.

Until you get used to the roads on the property, please drive cautiously.

It’s rare to find a mountain property with paved asphalt roads.

Living in a camper van in the mountains is also possible.