A Renovated Machiya with a Bath Garden in Kyoto

This property is a single-story Kyoto townhouse (machiya) that has been renovated in 2025, blending traditional tranquility with modern comfort. The design focuses on maximizing relaxation and bathing value within a limited space, creating an ideal environment for unwinding after work with a book, a favorite overseas drama, or music.

The building's construction year is unknown, though the house valuation certificate records a date of November 1922 (Taisho 2). The property includes a set-back of approximately 1.37 square meters. A comprehensive Kyoto Machiya Profile is available for this listing. Please note that this property cannot be used as accommodation facilities and is sold on an as-is basis.

Regarding the leasehold: the monthly land rent is 21,176 yen (as of December 2025). The initial lease period is 20 years, with renewal possible every 20 years (a renewal fee is required). Transfer of the leasehold to a third party is possible, subject to the landowner's consent and a consent fee. Registration of the leasehold is not possible. Consent fees are required for new construction, renovation, or extension. The landowner is the Ippan Zaidan Hojin Mannenkai. The transfer consent fee is included in the sale price.

The property is located in Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City, approximately an 8-minute walk from Kuramaguchi Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, and about a 7-minute walk from the Karasuma Junior High School bus stop.