Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Kashiwara, Osaka
This rental apartment offers a compact and efficient living space in a well-equipped building. The unit is a 1K layout with a 6-tatami Western-style room and a 2-tatami kitchen area, providing a total wall-core area of 16.5 sqm (approximately 4.99 tsubo). The apartment is located on the 5th floor of a 5-story steel-framed building constructed in March 1993. A key feature is the east-facing balcony measuring 1.8 sqm, offering natural light.
The property comes fully furnished with essential appliances, including an air conditioner, washing machine, refrigerator, and microwave oven. Other equipment includes a separate bath and toilet, a toilet with a warm-water bidet seat, a shower, an IH cooking heater, ample storage space and closets, BS and CATV internet terminals, flooring throughout, lighting fixtures, and an auto-lock building entrance. The building is all-electric and features an elevator, making moving in and daily life convenient. There are shared facilities such as a garbage disposal area (allowing for trash disposal at any time), a free bicycle parking area, and a free motorcycle parking space.
Special notes from the agent highlight that the building has an elevator, making moving hassle-free. There is a one-time moving/garbage disposal cooperation fee of 2,000 yen. This property has specific tenant conditions: it is limited to students and single occupants only. It prohibits musical instruments, two-person occupancy, room sharing, DIY customization, smoking, and use as an office, SOHO, or corporate housing. A guarantor is required, and corporate contracts are not accepted. For the lease, a 4-year contract term is standard with no renewal fee. Tenant insurance is required (approximately 14,190 yen for 2 years for a comprehensive housing insurance, subject to change). A rental guarantee company membership is required (Ark Guarantee, 35,000 yen first time only for the student plan). Credit card payments are accepted.
The apartment is situated in Kashiwara City, Osaka Prefecture, a suburban area with good local amenities. An interesting fact about the region is that Kashiwara is home to the ancient burial mound, the Hakuchoryo (White Bird Mausoleum), which is the officially designated tomb of Emperor Nintoku, one of the largest keyhole-shaped tombs in Japan. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Osaka Castle, a historic landmark and museum located approximately a 30-minute train ride away, offering a glimpse into Japan's samurai history and providing panoramic views of the city from its top floor.
