Compact and Convenient Apartment in Kitakyushu's Kokura Ward
This well-maintained apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living space in the heart of Kitakyushu. The unit is a one-room layout with a total floor area of 21.56 square meters (approximately 6.52 tsubo), featuring a 3-square-meter balcony that provides extra outdoor space. The building itself is a robust 7-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure with an underground floor, constructed in January 1985, and is equipped with an elevator for easy access.
The property comes with essential facilities as noted by the agent: a combined bath and toilet unit, an IH cooking heater, a balcony, and an elevator. A special note highlights that this is a corner room, which typically offers more natural light and potentially better ventilation. The apartment is currently vacant and ready for immediate consultation regarding move-in dates.
Additional monthly costs include a common area maintenance fee of 8,000 yen. Parking is available for an extra 11,000 yen per month for one car. The rental contract requires a security deposit of 2.2 months' rent, no key money (reikin), and a two-year lease term. A rental guarantee company is involved, with a typical guarantee fee of 20,000 yen, and property insurance is also required, estimated at 17,500 yen for two years. The agent's commission is listed as 24,200 yen.
The location is highly accessible, just a 6-minute walk from Katano Station on the Kitakyushu High-Speed Railway. The area of Kokura Kita Ward is a vibrant part of the city, known for its mix of urban convenience and local charm. An interesting historical fact is that Kokura was the primary target for the "Fat Man" atomic bomb in August 1945, but cloud cover led to the secondary target, Nagasaki, being bombed instead, sparing the city. For recreation, residents are within easy reach of the iconic Kokura Castle, a beautifully reconstructed castle and garden that serves as a major tourist attraction and a symbol of the city's heritage.
