Renovated 1935 Wooden Home in Osaka's Family-Friendly Higashisumiyoshi Ward
This charming two-story wooden house, built in 1935 and partially renovated in November 2025, offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in a quiet residential area of Osaka. The property features a 3DK layout with a total floor area of 52.55 square meters on a 37.98 square meter plot of land. The recent renovations have introduced modern comforts while maintaining a pleasant Japanese atmosphere, including rooms with the soothing scent of tatami mats.
Key equipment and features include a kitchen with a window for natural light and ventilation, a bathroom with a window and a reheating function for the bath, a separate washbasin for efficient morning routines, and a toilet equipped with a warm-water washing bidet seat. The property is fitted with a gas stove for reliable cooking and has a dedicated indoor space for a washing machine, which helps prolong the appliance's lifespan. Additional amenities include ample storage space in all rooms, a walk-in closet, a dedicated private garden, and a balcony. The home is also equipped with a TV monitor intercom and underfloor heating. Public water, city gas, and sewer systems are connected.
The location is highly practical, situated just an 8-minute walk from Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line's Harinakano Station. The neighborhood is noted for its well-equipped living environment, with a convenience store 185 meters away, a supermarket within 579 meters, and a comprehensive hospital just 482 meters from the property. For families, the Osaka Municipal Takaai Elementary School is a short 351-meter walk, and the Taiyo Nursery School is only 157 meters away. The area is served by multiple parks and shopping streets, creating a child-friendly and convenient community.
An interesting fact about the Higashisumiyoshi Ward area is its history as part of the ancient Kawachi Province, known for its many burial mounds (kofun). Today, it is a predominantly residential ward of Osaka City. For a major tourist attraction, residents can easily access the iconic Shitennō-ji Temple in nearby Tennoji Ward, one of Japan's oldest officially administered temples, founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku.
