Introducing Ciela City Otsu Oni no Hama: A Landmark Lakeside Residence
Ciela City Otsu Oni no Hama is a landmark condominium development offering a unique blend of natural beauty and modern convenience on the shores of Lake Biwa. This large-scale project comprises 708 units, making it the largest condominium development ever supplied in the Kyoto-Shiga region since 1970. The property has also achieved the highest number of sales in the region for non-investment condominiums from January 2023 to December 2024.
The development features a comprehensive range of 31 shared facilities, including a standout feature: a separate wooden shared building called the "Community Villa." This space is designed to foster multi-generational interaction and community bonding, featuring the warmth of natural wood and a design that connects residents with the surrounding nature. The architectural concept, "A New Mansion Sparkling by the Lakeside," harmonizes with Otsu's scenic environment, using varied glass handrails and frosted glass to create a visual connection with the water.
Inside the residences, units range from 1LDK+2S (storage) to 3LDK+S (storage) layouts, with private areas from 68.00㎡ to 84.14㎡. Balcony areas range from 10.70㎡ to 12.59㎡, with additional alcove areas (2.52㎡ to 3.94㎡), service balcony areas (2.70㎡ to 5.61㎡), and a terrace area of 12.00㎡. The building is a 15-story reinforced concrete structure completed in April 2024, with handover scheduled for early April 2026.
Critical agent notes specify important procedures: Applications are accepted at the Ciela Salon Otsu on a first-come, first-served basis, meaning desired units may already be contracted. Applicants must bring their personal seal (inkan), documents proving income for 2024 and 2025, and identification (passport, driver's license, health insurance card, etc.). The building confirmation number is BCJ21 Daikenkaku 094 (dated March 28, Reiwa 4). The development is a member of the (Public Interest Incorporated Association) Capital Region Real Estate Fair Trade Council, the (General Incorporated Association) Real Estate Association, and the (General Incorporated Association) Osaka Land Association.
The location offers exceptional transport links, with both JR Zeze Station and Keihan Zeze Station a 7-minute walk away, providing easy access to central Kyoto and Osaka. The area is rich in history and natural beauty. An interesting local fact is that Otsu City, the capital of Shiga Prefecture, was once briefly the capital of Japan in 667 AD. The closest major landmark is the vast and serene Lake Biwa, Japan's largest freshwater lake, offering year-round recreational activities and stunning views right on the property's doorstep.
