Traditional Kyoto Machiya Townhouse in Central Nakagyo Ward
This property is a charming traditional wooden machiya townhouse located in the heart of Kyoto's historic Nakagyo Ward. The house features a classic layout with a total floor area of 65.76 square meters, including a 6.61 square meter balcony, and sits on a 48.59 square meter plot of land. It was built in 1979 and offers a two-story structure with a 2LDK layout, comprising two bedrooms, a living room, dining room, and kitchen. The property includes one parking space.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with essential amenities including a system kitchen, bathroom, toilet, and air conditioning. Special features highlight its excellent location, being within a 1-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, providing superb access to public transportation. The notes also mention that the property is a wooden structure, which is characteristic of traditional machiya architecture. A key remark is that the price is negotiable (応相談).
The Nakagyo Ward area is a fascinating blend of Kyoto's administrative center and preserved historical districts. An interesting fact is that the ward is home to the Nishijin textile district, renowned for its high-quality kimono fabrics woven for centuries. The area is also famous for the Pontocho alley, a narrow lane running alongside the Kamo River, lined with traditional restaurants and teahouses. The closest major landmark is the iconic Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1603 as the residence of the first Tokugawa shogun, Ieyasu, located just a short distance away.
