A Fully Renovated Machiya with a Luxurious Bath Garden in Kyoto's Historic District
This property is a fully renovated single-story Kyoto machiya (traditional townhouse) located in the serene Sōkokuji-monzen-chō neighborhood of Kamigyō Ward, Kyoto. The property, known as the "Bath Garden Machiya," features a total floor area of approximately 13.7 tsubo (45.27 m²) and is centered around a simple, functional one-floor LDK layout designed to maximize comfort and openness. A key highlight is the luxurious bathroom, which opens to a terrace, creating a semi-open-air bathing experience that feels like relaxing in a living room. The interior uses the same tiles from the entrance through to the bath-living area, with a sloped ceiling enhancing the sense of space.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with water and sewer systems, city gas, and electricity. The renovation, completed in December 2025 by Hachise, included a complete overhaul of the wet areas (bathroom, kitchen, toilet, washbasin), exterior wall repair and painting, replacement of external and interior fittings, interior refurbishment, replacement of floor flooring, installation of underfloor heating in the living area, and landscaping. The living room features underfloor heating for comfort without dryness. The tatami room is equipped with kamoi and shikii (lintels and thresholds), allowing for the addition of shoji or fittings to create a private room. The renovation also reproduced traditional machiya design elements to preserve Kyoto's streetscape. Unique fixtures include lighting by Atelier Key-men and a handcrafted mailbox by the same company. The property includes four convenient slide-underfloor storage spaces by the entrance.
The area, north of the Kyoto Imperial Palace, is a quiet residential district where temples and machiya coexist. The prestigious temple Sōkokuji and the greenery of the palace grounds add deep tranquility to daily life. A short walk away, you can enjoy time surrounded by nature and history along the Kamo River or at the Shimogamo Shrine. The Doshisha University Imadegawa Campus, with its Meiji-era brick buildings, adds academic charm to the neighborhood. The closest major tourist attraction is the historic and serene Sōkokuji Temple, a major Zen temple of the Rinzai sect, located right in the neighborhood.
