Compact and Convenient Apartment in Suwa, Nagano
This rental apartment, located in the Assist Suwa Manshon building in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, offers a practical and affordable living solution. The unit is a 22.3 sqm (approximately 6.74 tsubo) one-room layout on the third floor of a three-story steel-framed building constructed in November 1996. The monthly rent is 23,000 yen with an additional 5,000 yen management fee. A key feature is the minimal initial cost, with no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金) required, making it an attractive option for those looking to reduce upfront expenses.
The apartment comes equipped with essential amenities including an air conditioner, a unit bath with toilet, a gas stove, closet space, storage areas, a washlet toilet seat, and a dedicated indoor space for a washing machine. The balcony faces east, providing natural light. The building features a monitor-equipped intercom system and is on the top floor. Utilities are propane gas. The property is pet-friendly, though an additional key money of one month's rent may be required for pet owners. An optional 24-hour安心サポート (peace of mind support) service is available for 16,500 yen per two-year period. Parking is available for 2,000 yen per month, with a second parking space subject to consultation.
The location in the Toyota area of Suwa City offers convenient daily living. Within a short distance are Lawson convenience store (296m), Kusuri no Sunroad drugstore (343m), and Delicia supermarket (606m). For transportation, the nearest major station is Kami-Suwa Station on the Chuo Main Line, with bus access available. The area is part of the beautiful Suwa region in Nagano, known for its stunning lake and rich cultural history. An interesting local fact is that Lake Suwa, the largest lake in Nagano, is famous for the natural phenomenon known as the "God's Crossing" (御神渡り), where the ice cracks with loud booms in winter, forming a ridge across the lake. The closest major tourist attraction is the historic Suwa Taisha, one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrine complexes, located a short distance from Lake Suwa.
