Mayachigura: A Cat-Friendly Apartment in Nakagusuku Village
This unique 1LDK apartment in Nakagusuku Village, Okinawa, is specifically designed for cat lovers and their feline companions. The property features a thoughtful layout with dedicated cat amenities, including cat walks, cat steps, and a reserved space for a cat toilet. A special cat flap door is installed for easy pet access. The interior boasts a stylish counter kitchen, scratch-resistant wallpaper and flooring, and strong mesh screens on windows. Notably, the walls are finished with enamel, allowing for magnetic shelves and accessories to be freely arranged. An EV charger is also available on-site.
The apartment is well-equipped with facilities including a gas stove (two or more burners), a system kitchen, a counter kitchen, propane gas, a separate bath and toilet, a unit bath, a vanity with hair washing basin, a heated toilet seat, a bathtub, a gas clothes dryer, closets, a shoe cupboard, BS satellite broadcasting, internet connectivity (free of charge), a video intercom, and an indoor space for a washing machine.
Important notes for prospective tenants: The current tenant is scheduled to move out on February 5, 2026, and viewings will only be accepted after the keys are returned. Applications can be submitted without a prior viewing. The property is a non-smoking building. Pet conditions are strictly for cats (up to three allowed), requiring a two-month security deposit, mandatory spaying/neutering, and the obligation to install a scratching post. One guarantor is required, who must be a working resident of Okinawa Prefecture aged 65 or under. Additional one-time costs include a monthly building maintenance fee of ¥1,000, mandatory fire insurance of ¥7,000 per year, an agency fee equivalent to one month's rent plus parking fee (plus consumption tax), and key replacement costs starting from ¥25,000 (tax excluded). Tenants must also undergo screening and join a rent guarantee company (Zenhoren Inc.). The application and contract process is conducted electronically.
The apartment is located in the Minamiuehara area of Nakagusuku Village, a quiet residential district known for its proximity to the University of the Ryukyus. The area is rich in history, being home to several UNESCO World Heritage-listed Gusuku (castle) sites, including the impressive Nakagusuku Castle ruins which offer panoramic views of the East China Sea. The closest major landmark is the sprawling Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum and Park, a significant site dedicated to reflecting on the history of the Battle of Okinawa.
