Proud Utsunomiya: A Modern Apartment in a Prime Central Location
This 3LDK apartment in the Proud Utsunomiya building offers a rare combination of modern comfort, prime location, and excellent amenities. Built just four years ago in 2022, this 8th-floor residence features a spacious 73.76 sqm floor plan with a generous 12.4 sqm southeast-facing balcony, providing ample natural light. The property boasts a reinforced concrete structure, tile-clad exterior walls, and an Outframe construction method for enhanced durability. All rooms are finished with elegant flooring, and the layout includes a walk-in closet and separate storage in each room for optimal organization.
The apartment is equipped with a comprehensive suite of modern appliances and features, including a system kitchen with a dishwasher, disposer, and water purifier. The bathroom and toilet are separate, and the unit includes a bath with reheating function, shower-equipped vanity, bathroom dryer, independent washbasin area, bathroom heating, and an auto bath system. Security is a top priority, with the building featuring an auto-lock entry system, security cameras, and a monitor-equipped intercom. One parking space is currently under contract and available for the new owner.
According to the agent's notes, the current status is vacant, and they welcome inquiries for viewings: "空家見学予約する無料ご希望のお日にちなど、お気軽にお問合せください" (The property is vacant. Please feel free to inquire to schedule a viewing at your preferred date). An important feature noted is that "ペット飼育可能（管理規約制限有）" (Pet ownership is possible, subject to management regulations and restrictions).
The location is exceptionally convenient, situated in the Miyamirai area of Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture. It is just a 3-minute walk from JR Utsunomiya Station, providing direct access to the Tohoku Shinkansen and local lines, making commutes to Tokyo and other major cities remarkably easy. The area is a vibrant commercial district with supermarkets, convenience stores, and shopping arcades like Utsunomiya Paseo within a short walking distance. A fascinating fact about Utsunomiya is its reputation as Japan's "Gyoza (dumpling) Capital," with more gyoza restaurants per capita than anywhere else in the country. The closest major landmark is the historic Utsunomiya Futarasan Shrine, a significant cultural site dedicated to the deities of the nearby Nikko mountains, located just a short distance from the station.
