Perched atop a forested hill within the exclusive Nomura Villa Estate in Karuizawa’s sought-after Shiozawa area, this property is a fully renovated single-story chalet completed in August 2024. Originally built in 1988, the property underwent a complete skeleton renovation: every structural element, window sash, insulation layer, and surface was replaced or rebuilt. The result is a home that performs to new-build standards while sitting quietly on an expansive 3,051 m² forest estate. It is delivered all-inclusive — fine art, furniture, appliances, tableware, and bed linen — ready from the moment you receive the key.
Key Features
- Price: ¥217,800,000 unfurnished, ¥250,800,000 fully furnished with Minotti, luxury Italian furnishings
- Location: 193-27 Arakuma, Nagakura, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano
- Access: Karuizawa Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen) ~6.5 km · Tokyo ~70 min
- Land Area: 3,051 m² (922.92 tsubo) — freehold across 4 registered titles
- Floor Area: 87.76 m² (26.55 tsubo)
- Layout: LDK + bedroom + free room + private sauna + cold plunge bath
- Structure: Single-story timber, slate roof
- Built: June 1988 — fully renovated August 2024
Living Space
The heart of this sanctuary is its skip-floor living and dining space, where the kitchen and dining area sit slightly elevated above the living room below, generating remarkable volume and openness within a single-story footprint. The living room flows seamlessly onto the main deck through full-width glazing, erasing the boundary between inside and out. The view from the sofa is described as “a miracle” — the trees framing the outlook in a balance that no amount of landscaping could replicate. A wood-burning stove with marble surround anchors the space on winter evenings. The 90-inch projector screen converts the living room into a private cinema at will.
The free room, equipped with a McIntosh amplifier and a 77-inch 4K television, functions as a dedicated audio lounge, positioned far enough from neighbouring properties that volume is never a concern. The bedroom enjoys spectacular views of the forest canopy, with Mt. Asama rising beyond. The kitchen, sanitary fittings, and storage solutions are all custom-designed specifically for this residence. Throughout the home, scene-based, mood-driven lighting creates a deliberately non-uniform ambience, subtly shifting the atmosphere of each space to match the moment.
Wellness & Outdoor Living
This residence offers a private cypress-wood sauna — fully fitted, timber-lined, and positioned to look out into the forest. After the sauna, outside stairs lead directly to a cold plunge bath on its own dedicated deck. The bathroom features windows in two directions, with views of the forest and Mt. Asama. The main deck was expanded to three times its original size during renovation, and a water feature with wall fountain was installed — its sound audible from the living room and bedroom. In total, over 43 m² of deck space wraps around the property across four separate areas, turning the outdoors into a genuine extension of the living space.
Renovation & Build Quality
This is not a cosmetic renovation. The property was stripped back to its structural skeleton, and pillars, foundations, and other load-bearing elements were replaced, bringing its earthquake resistance up to current standards. All window sashes were replaced, and thermal insulation was upgraded throughout, transforming what was once a seasonal villa into a home suitable for year-round living.
Underfloor heating extends throughout every room. The LDK floor is finished in tile — cool underfoot in summer, warm in winter, and practical for pets. Around the wood-burning stove, the tiled flooring transitions into a high-gloss marble finish, adding a refined contrast in texture and tone.
Infrastructure & Utilities
- Chubu Electric Power
- Public water supply
- Individual propane gas
- Septic tank
- Underfloor heating throughout
- Air conditioning in all rooms
- Electronic lock system at entrance
- Custom-designed entrance door
- In-unit laundry
- Ample custom storage throughout
- On-site parking (1 space) + shared estate parking for 5 cars ~100 m away
Zoning & Regulations
- Zoning: Category 1 Low-Rise Exclusive Residential
- Building coverage ratio: 20%
- Floor area ratio: 20%
- Height limit: 10m
- Landslide prevention law, Landscape law, and Nature conservation agreement apply
- Nomura Villa Estate management regulations apply · Annual fee: ¥144,571
Lifestyle Appeal
The Shiozawa area is one of Karuizawa’s most complete neighbourhoods — close to Lake Shiozawa, with its art galleries, literature museums, botanical garden, and sports park, as well as the celebrated Gourmet Street lined with fine French dining. Golf courses are minutes away, and the commercial centre is just 7–8 minutes by car. In recent years the area has become increasingly popular as a permanent residence as well as a holiday destination. Karuizawa offers hiking and cycling in summer, and ski resorts within easy reach in winter. Tokyo is approximately 70 minutes away by Hokuriku Shinkansen from Karuizawa Station.
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