Old House with Land in Ariake Town (near Takikawa Station) — ¥1.5 Million

Strong price point (¥1.5M is genuinely cheap) and interesting mixed-use potential (former clinic + residential), but the property shows its age (built 1980) with dated interiors and minimal charm in photos. The visual quality is functional but uninspiring — fluorescent-lit rooms and worn tatami don't create Instagram magic. Location near Takikawa Station is practical rather than exotic.

Photos show a plain 1980s residential/commercial building with aging siding, dated interior finishes (fluorescent lighting, worn tatami), and a bedroom with modest natural light. The exterior is functional but visually bland; interior photos lack the rustic character or dramatic potential that makes akiya properties compelling. Photo quality is clear enough to assess condition, but nothing is photogenic.

¥1.5M gets you a former medical clinic + 4-bedroom home in Hokkaido—perfect for someone dreaming of converting it into a guesthouse, shop, or wellness retreat (with serious renovation).

Built 1980 with visible age; interior appears tired and dated; limited charm or architectural character; no clear renovation vision evident in photos; faces national highway (noise/traffic concern); commercial aspect may complicate residential use; requires substantial investment post-purchase