Rune Otsu Building 2: A Fully Renovated Lakeside Residence
Located just a minute's walk from the shores of Lake Biwa, Rune Otsu Building 2 offers a unique living experience in the scenic city of Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. This 7th-floor apartment in an 11-story building has undergone a comprehensive full renovation, completed at the end of September 2025, ensuring modern comfort and contemporary design throughout the 61.6 square meter space.
The property features a 3LDK layout with a spacious 10.5-jo living-dining-kitchen area that boasts an open counter kitchen, allowing residents to oversee the entire room while preparing meals. Natural light floods the living area from both the south-facing balcony and the northern entrance, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The unit includes three Western-style rooms measuring 4.5-jo, 6-jo, and 5.6-jo respectively, with the 6-jo room offering flexibility to be integrated with the LDK space as needed.
According to the agent's special notes, the property is currently vacant. The remarks specifically state: "Akiya (vacant house). If you would like to see it in person for free, please feel free to contact us with your preferred date." This indicates the property is immediately available for viewing and potential buyers can schedule inspections at their convenience without additional fees.
The apartment's equipment includes a kitchen with three gas burners and counter design, separate bath and toilet facilities, a washlet toilet, bathroom dryer, and ample storage throughout. The south-facing balcony provides excellent sunlight for drying laundry, while the adjustable shelves in the entrance area offer customizable storage solutions. Building amenities include an elevator and TV monitor intercom system for security.
One of the most remarkable features of this residence is the panoramic view of Lake Biwa available from the northern common corridor, which serves as a premium viewing spot for the Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival. The proximity to Japan's largest freshwater lake creates a resort-like atmosphere, making it suitable as either a primary residence or secondary vacation home.
The surrounding neighborhood offers convenient access to daily necessities with Ayaha Dio Otsu store just 180 meters away, Max Value Zeze store within 300 meters, and FamilyMart Otsu Nionohama branch at 400 meters. The area is well-served by public transportation with both JR Tokaido-Sanyo Line's Zeze Station and Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line's Keihan Zeze Station approximately 10 minutes away on foot.
Otsu City, as the capital of Shiga Prefecture, boasts a rich history as an important transportation hub between Kyoto and eastern Japan. The city developed around Otsu Castle during the Edo period and served as a major post station on the Tokaido road. Today, visitors can explore the Otsu City Museum of History to learn about the area's cultural heritage, while Lake Biwa continues to be the region's most significant landmark, offering numerous recreational activities throughout the year.
