Eco Square Shirakuni: A Modern Japanese Home in Himeji
This property, known as Eco Square Shirakuni, is a Sekisui Heim-built home that has never been occupied, offering a warm and comfortable modern Japanese aesthetic. The house features a UV-absorbing coating applied to the exterior wall surface to suppress deterioration. This exterior blends into daily life, with carved textures enhancing the wall's expression to create an appearance that won't tire even after many years.
The equipment and features are comprehensive. The kitchen is a system kitchen with a counter, featuring an IH cooktop. The bathroom includes a reheating function and a dryer, allowing laundry to be dried on rainy days and used for drying the bathroom after bathing. The home is all-electric, reducing fire risk as it uses no gas for cooking or hot water. Other notable equipment includes a shower-equipped vanity, underfloor heating, a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor doorphone, and a washlet toilet. The property is also barrier-free, south-facing, and comes with a parking space. Additional features include public water and sewer, a dedicated bath and toilet, a three-burner cooktop, underfloor storage, an indoor washing machine space, a balcony, flooring, double-pane glass/sash, and it conforms to the new earthquake-resistant standards. It also holds a Flat 35 suitability certificate, Long-term Excellent Housing notification, and Construction Housing Performance Evaluation report (at time of new build).
The layout is a functional 3LDK. The approximately 16.7-tatami mat LDK allows you to keep an eye on family in the living room while working in the kitchen, which is finished in a calm color. A tatami space connects to the LDK and includes storage, perfect for tidying away children's toys to keep the area clutter-free. The entrance, often called the 'face of the home,' welcomes guests warmly with a hinoki accent wall immediately upon entry. The approximately 8.7-tatami master bedroom uses accent wallpaper that matches the flooring for a serene space and includes a laundry-drying space in front of the balcony. The washroom is based on a clean white theme and features a three-sided mirror, allowing two people to prepare side-by-side.
Located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, the area is rich in history and culture. A fascinating local fact is that Himeji is home to the stunning Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan's most iconic and pristine surviving feudal castles. The property itself is situated in a convenient location, just a 15-minute walk from Nori Station on the JR Bantan Line and a 10-minute walk to AEON Himeji for shopping.
