Leve Wakasa 301: A Pet-Friendly Studio Apartment Near Wakasa Park
This rental apartment, Leve Wakasa Unit 301, offers a compact and convenient living space in Naha City, Okinawa. The unit is a 1-room studio layout with a total private area of 23.7 square meters (approximately 7.17 tsubo), featuring an all-Western-style room design. The property is located on the 3rd floor of a 3-story reinforced concrete block (RCB) building constructed in May 1980.
The agent's notes provide essential details on the property's facilities and conditions. The equipment includes an indoor washing machine space and the unit is entirely composed of Western-style rooms. Critical remarks outline several mandatory and potential costs for prospective tenants. There is a monthly building maintenance management fee of ¥1,000 and a mandatory fire insurance fee of ¥7,000 per year. The brokerage commission is calculated as one month's rent plus the parking fee (plus consumption tax). A key replacement fee, starting from ¥25,000 (tax excluded), is also required, with the final amount varying based on the key's shape and quantity.
Additional special notes are extensive. The current tenant is scheduled to vacate on February 4, Reiwa 8 (2026). Viewing appointments will only begin after the keys are returned and are accepted by phone only. The floor plan, photos, and videos are to be used as a guide, and the status of air conditioning equipment needs confirmation after the tenant moves out (the current condition takes priority). Applications may be refused depending on inquiry volume. It is possible to apply without a viewing. Applicants with complete documentation will be prioritized, but if multiple applications are received on the same day, they will undergo simultaneous screening. Other initial costs reiterate the building maintenance and fire insurance fees. Furthermore, mandatory screening and enrollment with a rent guarantee company (Zenkaren Corporation) is required, involving an initial fee of 50% of the monthly rent (with a minimum of ¥20,000, reduced to ¥14,000 upon renewal per year). The application and contract process is conducted electronically. For business or corporate use, a paper application is necessary, requiring a copy of the commercial register (within the last 3 months) and two guarantors (a representative and an external party).
The apartment is situated in the Wakasa 3-chome district of Naha. The area is well-connected, with the Monorail's Miebashi Station approximately an 11-minute walk away and the Fufu-bashi bus stop about a 3-minute walk. A notable feature of the location is its proximity to Wakasa Park, a pleasant green space perfect for relaxation or a stroll. Interestingly, the Wakasa area has historical significance as a port district. The closest major landmark is the iconic Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located a short drive or monorail ride away.
