A Traditional Machiya Guest House Steps from Kiyomizu-dera Temple
The property features a 4K layout plus a traditional tsuboniwa garden. The Japanese-style room facing the garden allows residents to feel the changing seasons up close, creating a comfortable and spiritually rich living space bathed in natural light and pleasant ventilation. The building underwent a complete renovation in January 2017, which included the installation of new kitchen, bathroom, washbasin, and toilet facilities, replacement of ceiling and wall coverings, installation of underfloor heating, and landscaping.
Essential equipment includes water supply and sewerage, electricity, and city gas. The property is sold as-is. The lot area is 74.71 sqm (approximately 22.59 tsubo) with a total building floor area of 72.05 sqm (approximately 21.79 tsubo). There is also a separate wooden storage shed with a floor area of 3.30 sqm. The building structure is a two-story wooden construction. According to the house assessment register, tax records date back to 1911 (Meiji 44), and the closed registry indicates a preservation registration dated October 11, 1951 (Showa 26).
Important notes: A set-back of approximately 0.427 sqm is required. Movable property shown in the photos is not included in the sale price. To operate the lodging facility, the new owner must reapply for a hotel business license in their name or undertake a business succession. As the guest house is currently in operation, viewings may not be possible on desired dates. The transaction is for the property in its current condition.
The area, Higashiyama-Rokuhara, is renowned for UNESCO World Heritage site Kiyomizu-dera Temple, as well as Kennin-ji Temple, Yasui Konpiragu Shrine, Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple, and the Miyagawacho district. It's a prime tourist destination that also boasts a stylish streetscape lined with unique shops and cafes, perfect for strolls and casual dining. The location offers excellent access, just a 1-minute walk from the Kyoto City Bus "Kiyomizu-michi" stop and about a 14-minute walk from Keihan Line's "Kiyomizu-Gojo Station," providing easy reach to the city center and the Gion/Shijo Kawaramachi area within walking distance. This combination of high convenience and tourist appeal makes the area ideal not only for residence but also for investment, second home, or lodging business purposes.
