Spacious Family Home in Uji with Extensive Renovations
This substantial property in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, offers a generous living space of 151.86 sqm (approximately 45.93 tsubo) arranged over two floors in a 7DK layout, providing ample room for a large family. The land itself is a significant 197.09 sqm (about 59.61 tsubo), situated within a well-organized residential area governed by a building covenant, ensuring a cohesive and pleasant neighborhood environment.
Critical property details from the agent notes include the road access situation: the lot has frontage on two sides (excluding corner lots). To the east, there is a 10-meter wide public road with a frontage of 13.1 meters, and to the west, a 6-meter wide road. The land is not positionally designated. Furthermore, the property underwent comprehensive partial renovations in 2018 (Heisei 30), making it resemble a new build. These renovations included replacement of the roof tiles, exterior wall painting, replacement of interior wallpaper, and installation of a new water heater.
The area of Uji is renowned for its historical significance and natural beauty, most famously as the home of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Byodo-in Temple. This stunning Phoenix Hall, depicted on the Japanese 10-yen coin, is a masterpiece of Heian-period architecture and is surrounded by serene gardens. The property is located in the Biwadai district, a quiet residential area that offers a peaceful living environment while remaining within reach of central Uji's attractions and the Nara Line's Uji Station.