Awataguchi Base: A Triangular Plot of Potential in Kyoto's Cultural Heart
Nestled on the quiet western side of Nanzen-ji Temple, the Awataguchi Base is a unique, unrenovated old house situated on a distinctive triangular plot of land. Its unmodified, rustic state offers a perfect canvas of possibilities, where light and wind flow through the interior. The property is just a short walk from the Okazaki area, a cultural zone lined with museums and galleries, enriching any stay in Kyoto. The bright second floor is envisioned as an LDK (living-dining-kitchen), while the first floor could serve as a small lounge or gallery. With included parking and excellent access, this house is an ideal base in Kyoto, also suitable as a second home for those from the Kanto region.
The property details, translated from the agent's notes, are comprehensive. The land is officially registered as 70.67 m² (approx. 21.37 tsubo), with a private road burden of approximately 10.68 m². The building is an unregistered two-story wooden structure. The official registered building area is 55.2 m² total (1st floor: 40.99 m², 2nd floor: 14.21 m²), but a current tape measurement shows approximately 76.69 m² total (1st floor: 48.79 m², 2nd floor: 27.90 m²). The layout is 5K + Garage. The house was built in an unknown year, though a property assessment document indicates a record from 1920 (Taisho 9). Utilities include water supply, sewerage, city gas, and electricity. The property is sold 'as-is' and is currently vacant. Important notes: a setback of approximately 13.41 m² is required, and a corner cut of about 2 m² will be necessary upon reconstruction. The building has advanced deterioration, so repairs are required for use. The property cannot be used as lodging facilities, and chattels shown in photos are not included in the sale price.
The surrounding Okazaki area is a premier cultural district of Kyoto, home to major institutions like the Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art and the ROHM Theatre Kyoto. An interesting local fact is that the area's famous Heian Shrine, with its vibrant vermilion buildings, was constructed in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of Kyoto's founding as the capital. The closest major landmark is the serene and historic Nanzen-ji Temple, a head temple of the Rinzai Zen school, known for its imposing Sanmon gate and picturesque aqueduct.
