Two-Building Commercial Complex in Kurashiki's Historic Bikan District
This unique offering is a set of two commercial buildings located in the heart of Kurashiki's famous Bikan Historical Quarter, a designated townscape preservation and tourist area. The property is ideal for investors or business owners seeking a presence in one of Japan's most picturesque and walkable districts, where exploring the architecture and local cuisine can easily fill an entire day. One of the buildings was previously used as a restaurant and features traditional tatami mat rooms (zashiki) on its second and third floors. The complex also offers the potential for use as a warehouse.
The property's facilities include city gas, water supply, and sewer systems. The bathroom and toilet are separate, and there are two toilet locations. Bicycle parking is available. A key feature is the availability of parking for two vehicles beneath the building, subject to vehicle type, at no cost. The property is also set up for IT-based important explanation sessions.
Regarding the land, it consists of five combined plots totaling 637.62 square meters, with a portion classified as forest land. The buildings are constructed with SRC (steel-framed reinforced concrete) and RC (reinforced concrete block) methods, with a combined floor area of 790.57 square meters. The north building's year of construction is unknown. The main building was built in August 1986. The site has road frontage on two sides (excluding corner lots): a 9-meter wide paved public road to the east and a 2-meter wide paved public road to the west. It is important to note that there are areas with water leakage, and the property will be delivered in its current 'as-is' condition.
The Bikan District is the centerpiece of Kurashiki's appeal, known for its beautifully preserved Edo-period merchant houses and willow-lined canals. A major landmark just a short distance away is the Ohara Museum of Art, Japan's first museum dedicated to Western art, founded in 1930. Its collection of El Greco, Monet, and Gauguin masterpieces provides a fascinating cultural counterpoint to the traditional Japanese surroundings.
