Traditional Machiya Townhouse in Kyoto's Historic Higashiyama District
This property is a traditional wooden machiya townhouse located in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto, Japan. Built in April 1900, it offers a total floor area of 73.06 square meters (approximately 22.10 tsubo) across two stories, with a land area of 80.25 square meters (approximately 24.27 tsubo). The layout is a 3DK, providing three rooms plus a dining-kitchen area. The property is currently tenanted, generating an annual rent of 300,000 yen, which breaks down to 25,000 yen per month, and is being sold as an owner-change investment opportunity.
Critical agent notes provide essential details. The road access situation is detailed as follows: it fronts two roads (excluding corner lots). To the southeast, there is a 3.7-meter wide public road with a frontage of 4.5 meters. To the north, there is a 3.9-meter wide public road with a frontage of 4 meters. Special notes indicate that parking is available free of charge, but a setback of 1.55 square meters is required. A further remark clarifies that this is an owner-change property, currently rented for 300,000 yen annually (25,000 yen per month).
The house is situated in a flat, urbanized area zoned for neighborhood commercial use, with a building-to-land ratio of 80% and a floor area ratio of 240%. It is within a short walk of key transit points, including a 3-minute walk to the Tozai Line's "Higashiyama" Station and an 11-minute walk to the Keihan Line's "Sanjo" Station.
The Higashiyama area is one of Kyoto's most famous and well-preserved historic districts, known for its narrow lanes, traditional wooden buildings, and proximity to major cultural sites. An interesting fact is that the area's preservation laws are so strict that even replacing a rotten wooden beam often requires special permission and traditional craftsmanship to maintain the historic streetscape. The closest major landmark is the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site perched on the hillside, offering breathtaking views over the city.
