Spacious Kyoto Machiya for Business Use, a 6-Minute Walk from Shijo Station
This large-scale Kyoto Machiya, located in the heart of Nakagyo Ward, offers a prime commercial opportunity just a short walk from major transportation hubs. The property is situated a mere 6-minute walk from both the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Shijo Station and the Hankyu Kyoto Line Karasuma Station, providing exceptional access for both business and clientele.
The property consists of two wooden buildings on a 253.26 square meter plot. Building No. 16 has a total floor area of 188.91 square meters, and Building No. 17 has an area of 72.98 square meters, combining for a substantial total building area of 261.89 square meters. The land fronts a 6.5-meter wide public road to the north with an 8.0-meter frontage. It is located in a commercial zone with an 80% building coverage ratio and 400% floor area ratio. The site is subject to fire prevention designations, quasi-fire prevention zones, and falls under the 15m Category 4 Height District. It is also within the Old Urban Scenic Formation Area, the Outdoor Advertisement Fourth Category Zone, the Distant View Design Conservation Area, and a Land Readjustment Work Regulation Zone. Furthermore, it is designated as a Work-Live Coexistence Special Use District, a City Center Parking Lot Development Area, and a district specified under the Kyoto Machiya Ordinance.
The property is currently vacant. The transaction is handled as an intermediary sale, meaning an intermediary commission fee is required upon contract. The handling company is I-chome I-banchi Co., Ltd., a licensed real estate company in Kyoto.
The surrounding area of Nakagyo Ward is a vibrant mix of traditional Kyoto culture and modern commerce. An interesting historical fact is that the nearby Takoyakushi-dori street is named after a temple, Takoyakushi-dera, which was famed for curing headaches—a testament to the area's long history. The property is also within easy reach of major tourist attractions, including the famous Nishiki Market, known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen,' which is just a short stroll away and offers a sensory journey through local food and culture.