Pure City Kogane 204: A Compact and Convenient Rental Apartment in Kitakyushu
This apartment, Pure City Kogane 204, is a compact and efficiently designed one-room unit located in the Kogane 2-chome area of Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu City. The property offers a total floor area of 16.3 square meters (approximately 4.93 tsubo) and is situated on the 2nd floor of a 6-story steel-framed building constructed in January 1984. The building is equipped with an elevator for easy access.
The apartment comes with a range of included facilities and equipment: city gas, air conditioning, storage space, lighting fixtures, a balcony, and a bicycle parking area. Important rental terms are detailed in the agent's notes. A short-term cancellation penalty applies: if the contract is terminated in less than one year, a fee equivalent to two months' rent is charged; for termination between one and two years, the fee is one month's rent. A cleaning fee is also payable upon moving in, which varies by layout: 30,000 JPY for a 1R/1K, 40,000 JPY for a 1DK/1LDK, 50,000 JPY for a 2DK/2LDK, 60,000 JPY for a 3DK/3LDK, and 70,000 JPY for a 4DK/4LDK.
Additional financial details include a monthly rent of 20,000 JPY with no security deposit (敷金), no key money (礼金), and no monthly maintenance or common service fees. A guarantor company is required, with an initial fee of 80% of one month's rent to Japan Safety, and a monthly renewal fee of 1,000 JPY. An insurance fee of 16,000 JPY for a two-year term with SBI Short-Term Insurance is also applicable. The property is currently vacant and available for immediate occupancy.
The location provides excellent convenience, being just a 7-minute walk from Katano Station on the Kitakyushu High-Speed Railway and a 9-minute walk from Kawaraguchi-Mihagino Station. The area is part of the vibrant city of Kitakyushu, a major economic and cultural hub in Fukuoka Prefecture. An interesting local fact is that Kitakyushu was formed in 1963 through the merger of five cities, including Kokura, and is known for its successful transformation from a major industrial center to a city focused on environmental sustainability. The closest major landmark is the historic Kokura Castle, a beautifully reconstructed castle located in Kokurakita Ward, which offers gardens, a museum, and seasonal events.
