Traditional Kyoto Townhouse for Business Use near Nijo Castle
This traditional Kyoto townhouse (Kyomachiya) is located in the Nakagyo Ward, just a seven-minute walk from the east gate of Nijo Castle. The property is situated in the Tsuchiya-cho area, offering a prime location in a district that has seen a surge in hotel openings and tourist activity. The building retains the charm of a classic Kyomachiya while being flexible enough for commercial use.
The property features a layout known as "ichiretsu sanshitsu-gata," where three rooms are arranged in a single line from the entrance to the back. This traditional design allows natural light to flow through the building and creates a pleasant breeze, characteristic of Kyoto townhouses. The total floor area is 98.17 square meters, with 50.95 square meters on the first floor and 47.22 square meters on the second floor. The layout is 6K plus a garden.
The property is available for business use, including restaurants (heavy cooking is negotiable), retail combined with office space, galleries, and accommodation (subject to consultation). The monthly rent is 242,000 yen, with a deposit of 242,000 yen and key money of 242,000 yen. The lease term is 10 years under a fixed-term building lease agreement. The building is a two-story wooden structure, and according to the closed registry, it was built in 1922 (Taisho 11). The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
Two air conditioning units are left as fixtures. There is no parking or bicycle parking space. Pets, musical instrument practice, and smoking are not allowed. The property requires membership in a guarantee company and liability insurance for tenants. Renovations are subject to consultation. The nearest station is Nijojo-mae Station on the Tozai Line, about a 7-minute walk away, with Marutamachi Station and Karasuma Oike Station also accessible.