Excellent Moromizato 401: A Modern Rental Apartment in Okinawa
This property is a well-equipped 1LDK apartment located in the Gushikawa district of Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture. The unit, known as Excellent Moromizato Room 401, is situated on the 4th floor of a 4-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in 2007. The total private floor area is approximately 42.16 square meters, offering a comfortable living space with a layout consisting of a living-dining-kitchen area and one bedroom.
The apartment comes with a comprehensive list of facilities. The kitchen features a countertop design and uses propane gas. The bathroom and toilet are separate, with the bathroom being a unit bath equipped with a bath tub, bath dryer, and a combined hair-washing, face-washing, and vanity station. There is also an independent washbasin. Other amenities include air conditioning, closets, a walk-in closet, a shoe cupboard, BS satellite broadcasting, internet connectivity (free of charge), a monitor-equipped intercom, and a designated indoor space for a washing machine.
Key points highlighted by the agent include: 1) No joint guarantor required. 2) No need to visit the office; contracts can be completed online. 3) Monthly rent and initial costs can be paid by credit card, allowing you to accumulate points. 4) Contracts are available for individuals, corporations, and corporate housing agencies. 5) A 24-hour management system provides peace of mind after moving in. 6) There is no penalty for early termination of the contract. The estimated move-in date is mid-June 2026, subject to change based on the current tenant's departure schedule. One parking space is available for a standard passenger vehicle at an additional monthly cost of 3,300 yen, though availability is not guaranteed. Pet ownership is not permitted.
A detailed breakdown of initial costs is provided. The first month's payment totals 69,322 yen, comprising rent (62,000 yen), parking fee (3,300 yen), common area fee (2,200 yen), 24-hour support fee (330 yen), and monthly guarantee commission (1,492 yen). The one-time move-in costs amount to 217,630 yen and include a cleaning fee, agency commission, parking contract fee, contract guarantee fee, fire equipment fee, antibacterial treatment fee, disaster prevention set fee, and key set fee. Notably, both key money (礼金) and security deposit (敷金) are 0 yen. The total initial cost (first month plus move-in fees) is approximately 286,952 yen, plus pro-rated daily rent. A renewal fee of 22,000 yen (equivalent to 1.1 months' rent) applies at contract renewal.
The Gushikawa area of Ginowan is a residential district in central Okinawa. An interesting local fact is that Ginowan is home to the Okinawa Convention Center, a major venue for international events and exhibitions. The closest major landmark is the bustling Mihama American Village in nearby Chatan, a popular tourist destination known for its shopping, dining, entertainment, and iconic Ferris wheel with stunning ocean views.
