Renovated Machiya in Okazaki Park North Area, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto
This property is a fully renovated Kyoto townhouse (machiya) located in the Okazaki area of Sakyo Ward, Kyoto. The Okazaki district is a cultural hub, home to the Kyocera Museum, Heian Jingu Shrine, Kyoto City Zoo, and the Prefectural Library, all arranged around Okazaki Park. The area benefits from the lush greenery of the Higashiyama mountains. This particular machiya is a shimaya-zukuri style building, situated on a quiet lane lined with detached homes.
The property underwent a full renovation in 2022. Upon entering the genkan, there are two entrances: one representing the formal 'hare' space and the other the everyday 'ke' space. The 'ke' entrance leads to a surprising doma (earthen floor) kitchen reminiscent of a restaurant, which is directly connected to the living room via a counter, making it ideal for family time. The living room retains traditional machiya design elements and features a kotatsu (heated table) where one can relax while viewing the garden. The second floor uses Ryukyu tatami mats, and the walls are finished with earthen plaster and Japanese paper (washi), highlighting the texture of the materials and the craftsmanship of the artisans. Large windows on the north and south sides allow sunlight to fill the home throughout the day. For heating, the property is equipped with a gas stove connection.
The property is a wooden, tile-roofed two-story building with a land area of 71.43 sqm and a total floor area of 68.73 sqm (39.41 sqm on the first floor and 29.32 sqm on the second floor). The layout is 4K plus a garden. It is connected to electricity, water, and city gas. The property faces a public road to the south. The land has ownership rights. The building coverage ratio is 60%, and the floor area ratio is 200%. The property is located in a quasi-fire prevention zone and a scenic district. The current status is owner-occupied. The property is in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, with an address of Okazaki Nishifunokawacho 1-44. Access includes a 17-minute walk from Jingu-Marutamachi Station on the Keihan Main Line and an 11-minute walk from the Kyodai Byoin Mae bus stop. The neighborhood offers cafes, a takoyaki shop, a traditional diner, a greengrocer, a butcher, a fish shop, and a public bath within a few minutes' walk.
