The House in Hachimantai

After weeks of browsing listings online, we finally took the plunge and set up an appointment with a caretaker of the houses in the area. Our goal was clear: find a modern, recently built home, perfect for permanent living. We were eager to explore the options in the area and hopefully discover something that could become our dream home. The day arrived, and we met with the agent for a quick chat. The air was crisp, and a 30cm layer of snow blanketed the ground, creating a picturesque scene. We piled into the car and set off to tour a handful of homes that fit our criteria. As we drove through the snow-covered streets in the forested area, anticipation and excitement built. The first house was charming. It was a tall building with several floors but with limited space on each floor, and the view from the living room was stunning. But as much as we admired the view, it was a bit too small. We could already imagine ourselves running up and down the stairs all day long, which wasn’t ideal...