Charming Terrace House in Kobe's Tranquil Yamate Neighborhood
Translated agent notes and equipment details reveal a well-equipped home with several modern updates. The property features a system kitchen with a counter and an IH cooktop. The bathroom includes a reheating function (追い焚き) and a dryer. The washbasin vanity has a shower attachment, and the toilet is fitted with a bidet seat (洗浄便座). Indoor amenities include a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor-equipped doorphone, and underfloor heating. Key features noted are that it is all-electric (オール電化), barrier-free (バリアフリー), south-facing (南向き), and comes with a parking space (駐車場付). Other utilities include public water supply, city gas, sewer, hot water supply, air conditioning, and the aforementioned warm-water washing toilet seat. Special remarks (備考) indicate it is a quasi-fireproof structure and has interior renovation records: the toilet was renovated in March 2021, and all rooms had wallpaper replaced in March 2022.
The location in Yamate is family-friendly, with kindergartens, elementary schools, and parks nearby. The property is approximately a 22-minute walk from Tsumori Station on the JR San-yo Main Line, providing access to Kobe and the wider region. The area is part of the vibrant city of Kobe, famous for its cosmopolitan history and scenic setting between the sea and the Rokko mountains. An interesting local fact is that Kobe was one of the first ports to open for international trade in the 19th century, shaping its unique cultural blend. The closest major tourist attraction is the Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge at the time of its completion, located just a short drive or train ride away, offering spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea.