Lemon House 6-B: Ocean View Apartment in Motobu's Popular Area
This rental apartment, Lemon House 6-B, offers a stunning ocean view from the 6th floor of a 7-story building in the sought-after Yamakawa area of Motobu Town, Okinawa Prefecture. The property features a 2LDK layout with a total private area of 59.76 sqm (approximately 18.07 tsubo). The apartment is entirely Western-style rooms and includes a dedicated indoor space for a washing machine. The south-facing unit benefits from excellent sunlight and includes a two-sided balcony, enhancing the living space and views.
Critical agent notes have been translated for clarity. The equipment includes an indoor washing machine space and all Western-style rooms. Special remarks on fees include: a rent guarantee company covering up to ~80% of the total rent; fire insurance starting from 16,000 yen; key replacement cost of 13,200 yen; deodorization construction cost of 13,200 yen; and an environmental maintenance fee of 1,100 yen per month. Further remarks highlight that this is a popular area in Motobu Town. The 6th-floor room offers ocean views! It is near a Starbucks and a food court featuring popular eateries like a seafood restaurant, Portama, ramen, and Goncha. The Ocean Expo Park, home to the famous Churaumi Aquarium, is right in front of the property. The area is convenient for commuting and is very popular. Viewing appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis, so early inquiry is advised.
The apartment building, constructed in October 2007 (18 years old), is a reinforced concrete (RC) structure with an elevator. Rental terms include a fixed-term lease of 2 years with a renewal fee of 16,500 yen. There is no security deposit (敷金), but key money (礼金) equivalent to one month's rent is required. The monthly rent is 90,000 yen with a common area fee of 5,000 yen. One parking space is available for an additional 3,000 yen per month, suitable for compact cars or smaller.
The surrounding Motobu area is a major tourist destination in Okinawa. An interesting fact is that the nearby Churaumi Aquarium, located within the Ocean Expo Park, features one of the largest aquarium tanks in the world, home to whale sharks and manta rays. The closest major landmark is undoubtedly the Ocean Expo Park and the iconic Churaumi Aquarium, which is directly across from the property.
