Compact and Affordable Apartment in Kofu, Yamanashi
This rental apartment offers a simple and economical living solution in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture. The property is a one-room unit with a Japanese-style room of 8 tatami mats, providing a total private area of 20 sqm (approximately 6.05 tsubo). Located on the second floor of a two-story wooden building constructed in March 1990, the apartment features a southeast-facing balcony for natural light.
Key financial terms make this apartment highly accessible. The monthly rent is 23,000 yen with no additional management or common service fees. There is no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金). The initial costs include a one-month guarantee deposit, a key replacement fee starting from 16,500 yen, and an indoor cleaning fee. A parking space is available for an additional 4,000 yen per month. The lease term is two years with a renewal fee equivalent to 1.1 months of the new rent.
According to the agent's notes, the apartment is equipped with a toilet, a separate bath and toilet, a shower, a gas stove, storage space, CATV, and space for a washing machine (indoor washing machine placement). Hot water is available. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy. The agent also notes that the floor plan takes priority over the current condition, and the property can be used as an office or for SOHO (small office/home office) purposes. Tenant insurance is required, typically fire insurance for two years, though details may change depending on the occupant and conditions.
The apartment is situated in the Yamamiya-cho district of Kofu. Kofu is the capital city of Yamanashi Prefecture, nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains and famously known as the heart of Japan's premier wine-producing region. The area is rich in history and natural beauty. A major landmark near Kofu is the iconic Mount Fuji, which is visible from many points in the prefecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city itself is home to the historic Takeda Shrine, dedicated to the legendary warlord Takeda Shingen, and is a gateway to the scenic Southern Alps.
