Commercial Land with Existing Building in Naha's Historic Tsuboya District
This property is a commercial land parcel with an existing building located at 1-chome, Tsuboya, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. The land area is 334.76 square meters (approximately 101.26 tsubo), and the building is a reinforced concrete block (RCB) structure with a total floor area of 1,205.2 square meters. The property is situated on a corner lot facing Fukishima-dori (Floating Island Street) in the heart of the renowned Tsuboya area, a district steeped in history and culture, famously known for its Yachimun (pottery) Street.
According to the agent's special notes, the building requires significant attention due to its age. A critical remark states: "※Due to deterioration, the 4th floor is unusable (there is water leakage). As the building is old, deterioration is progressing in other parts as well." This indicates the property is a fixer-upper or redevelopment project, with the fourth floor currently compromised. The building was constructed in November 1971, making it approximately 54 years old.
The property is zoned for commercial use within an urbanization promotion area, making it highly suitable for business or investment purposes. It offers excellent access, being about a 10-minute walk from Makishi Monorail Station and a 4-minute walk from the Kainan bus stop. The lot has road frontage on three sides: east (8m), south (15m), and west (16m).
The Tsuboya district is one of Naha's most iconic and historically significant areas. For over 300 years, it has been the center of Okinawan pottery, where kilns have produced the distinctive Yachimun ware. The area's charming, narrow streets are lined with workshops, galleries, and shops, attracting tourists and culture enthusiasts. A fascinating fact is that the traditional climbing kiln (noborigama) in Tsuboya, though no longer in use for large-scale production, is preserved as a cultural monument, symbolizing the area's artisanal heritage. The closest major landmark is the vibrant and historic Tsuboya Yachimun Street itself, a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Okinawan culture.
