MARU 402: A Modern Apartment in Naha, Okinawa
This rental apartment, unit 402 in the MARU building, offers a compact and modern living space in the heart of Naha City, Okinawa. The property features an all-Western-style room layout and includes a loft, providing additional storage or flexible living space. The building is equipped with an elevator and uses propane gas.
Critical agent notes and conditions have been translated and must be fully understood. The apartment comes unfurnished, with no furniture or appliances included. The current condition of the property is prioritized for viewing. A guarantor company is mandatory, with an initial fee of 50% of one month's rent and a monthly guarantor fee of 1,400 yen (or 2% of the monthly rent). In principle, a joint guarantor is not required. Tenants must join the "Anshin Service" (displayed as a sanitation fee in the system) for 990 yen per month. Fire insurance is also mandatory at a cost of 14,500 yen. Pets are not allowed. This is a fixed-term lease contract for two years, but renewal is possible for another two-year term. If moving out during the contract period, a penalty of one month's rent applies. Upon moving out, cleaning fees and air conditioner cleaning fees will be charged. The water bill is fixed at 2,200 yen per month, even if no water is used. Any appliances left behind will be treated as abandoned property.
The apartment is situated on the 4th floor of a 5-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in February 2017. It offers a private area of 10 sqm (approximately 3.03 tsubo). Building amenities include an auto-lock security system, security cameras, and free internet/Wi-Fi. The unit itself has an intercom with a TV monitor, air conditioning, heating, a refrigerator, and a TV. The bathroom features a bathtub, a separate washbasin area, and a washlet toilet.
Located in the Ōmichi district of Naha, the apartment boasts excellent access to public transport, being only about a 3-minute walk from the Yui Monorail's Omoromachi Station. The area is a vibrant commercial hub, home to the massive Naha Main Place shopping complex adjacent to the station, offering extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment options. A notable landmark nearby is Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located just a short monorail ride away, offering a profound connection to Okinawa's unique history and culture.
