Charming Single-Story Rental House with Nostalgic Engawa in Miyazaki
This property, named "Gocho Rental House 2," is a detached rental house located in Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture. The house features a nostalgic engawa (traditional Japanese veranda), offering a touch of classic Japanese living. The interior has been renovated, with the original Japanese-style rooms converted into two Western-style rooms. The layout is a 3K configuration, comprising one Japanese-style room (6.00 tatami mats), two Western-style rooms (6.00 and 4.50 tatami mats), and a kitchen (5.00 tatami mats), with a total floor area of 50.32 square meters.
Key equipment and features include a separate washbasin, which is conveniently detached from the bathroom, making it ideal for makeup and hairstyling. The property uses high-output propane gas, which allows for quick bath heating and efficient cooking, and is known for faster restoration after disasters. A walk-in closet is included to keep the room tidy and provide ample storage. The house is south-facing, ensuring good natural light. It is a single-story building (one-story house), making it suitable for families with young children as there is less concern about disturbing neighbors. The property is part of a complex of three rental houses on the same premises. Parking is available; one car can be parked in the dedicated parking lot (large vehicles are not permitted), with a second space available for an additional 3,000 yen per month. Motorcycles can be parked in front of the entrance. Pets are negotiable.
Additional notes specify that upon moving out, cleaning fees and the cost of replacing tatami mats, fusuma (sliding doors), and shoji (paper screens) will be charged at actual cost. The use of a guarantor company is mandatory, requiring a fee of 50% of the total rent. Other initial costs amount to 13,200 yen. The property was built in April 1973, making it 53 years old, and is of wooden construction.
The area of Takao-cho in Miyazaki City offers a blend of residential calm and accessibility. An interesting local fact is that Miyazaki is known as the birthplace of Japan's first emperor, Emperor Jimmu, and is steeped in mythology. The region is famous for its sunny climate and is a major producer of mangoes and other tropical fruits. The closest major tourist attraction is the stunning Aoshima Island, a small, picturesque island connected to the mainland by a bridge and surrounded by unique wave-like rock formations called the "Devil's Washboard." It's a popular spot for visitors seeking beautiful coastal scenery and a relaxing atmosphere.
