Charming Traditional Machiya with Courtyard Garden in Central Kyoto

This petite one-story traditional machiya house is located in the historic Nakagyo Ward of Kyoto City, nestled in an alley northwest of the iconic Nijo Castle. The property features a spacious courtyard garden, offering a serene private oasis in the heart of the city. Its location is exceptionally convenient, being just an 11-minute walk from both JR and Subway Nijo Station and a 3-minute walk from the Senbon Marutamachi bus stop, providing easy access to explore all of Kyoto.

The surrounding area of Nakagyo Ward is rich with history and traditional atmosphere. An interesting fact is that the district's name, 'Nakagyo' (中京), translates to 'Central Capital,' reflecting its historical position as the administrative heart of Kyoto during the Heian period. The closest major landmark is the magnificent Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Its 'nightingale floors' that chirp when walked upon are a famous example of feudal-era security.