<aside> 💡 Collaborative Renovation Project Opportunity in Miasa
Owners, Matt and Jen, have a 150yr old kominka. They’re looking for folks that are aligned on vision to make it into a community center or nature educational initiative, and are open to co-ownership, co-financing, and working on this project together.
Regrettably, current circumstances have left them with limited time and financial resources to dedicate to this promising project, which is where AKIYA can come in to help provide the remaining piece of the puzzle (we have capital, and willing volunteers).
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This remarkable Kominka boasts a rich history, dating back over 150 years, and features extraordinary structural elements, including keyaki wood beams (Zelkova serrata), chestnut, etc some of which are an impressive 40+ centimeters thick. With more than 80% of the structure still in perfect condition, including a roof that was redone just two decades ago, this property offers a solid foundation for renovation and restoration. The dimensions are substantial, measuring 28 meters in length and 12 meters in width, spread across two floors, each covering approximately 300 square meters!
Notably, the property's land is equally exceptional, encompassing 5 hectares and featuring a natural spring (!), all at an altitude of 800 meters, situated in Nagano Prefecture, adjacent to Omachi.
They are also open to exploring collaborative efforts with individuals who share our vision for its renovation. Their past projects demonstrate our experience in the field of design and renovation, with Jen specializing in interior design, and Matt overseeing project management. You can review our previous work at the following link — they have renovated 10 akiya in 10 yrs.
Their vision for this property is to transform it into a community center, a permaculture center, doing regenerative agroforestry and planting hundreds of fruits trees, fostering a space where villagers, especially children, could gather to exchange knowledge and acquire new skills.
They envisioned it as a hub for workshops and educational opportunities, a way to leave a legacy to the next generation and restore another dying village in Japan.
To address the necessary renovations and restoration, we estimate an investment of approximately 3,000,000 yen for essential repairs, to go back to the bone structure and saving it from more damage before the next winter, wall demolition, comprehensive structural overhaul, some foundation work. Additional investment will be required for additional renovation costs (the 3M JPY is just for the bare bones structure).
