Brands Kyoto Karasuma Oike: A Central Urban Residence
The unit is well-equipped for comfortable city life. The kitchen features a system kitchen with a dishwasher/dryer and a water purifier/activator, offering ample storage to keep the area tidy. The bathroom is a dedicated unit with a bath and toilet in separate rooms, equipped with a power deodorizing warm water washing toilet seat, a bath dryer, and bathroom heating. The bath is a generous 1620-size unit, allowing you to stretch out and relax. The entrance features a high-security double lock door and a bright entrance with large-capacity shoe storage. Other notable features include a compact and stylish washbasin/dressing table, a balcony suitable for drying long laundry items, a delivery box, and a mail box. The entire floor is finished with flooring, and new air conditioning has been installed.
The building itself is a 9-story (with one basement level) reinforced concrete structure with a total of 32 units. Building amenities include an elevator, a security camera, a TV monitor intercom, and a bicycle parking area. The property is currently vacant, and the agent encourages interested parties to feel free to inquire about scheduling a free viewing on their preferred date. The property management is fully delegated, with a daytime caretaker and a management association in place. The management company is Tokyu Community Corporation.
Critical agent notes have been translated for full disclosure. The construction company was Enamiki Construction Co., Ltd. There is no car parking available. Bicycle parking is available for a monthly fee of 500 yen, limited to one bicycle per unit. There is no motorcycle parking. An internet usage fee of 1,540 yen per month applies. A basketball court usage fee costs between 100 and 200 yen per month. Pet ownership is permitted, but the regulations require confirmation. The agent is currently holding a "Reservation-Only Viewing Session" daily from 11:00 to 17:00, and the timing can also be arranged; prior inquiry is requested. The agent also states that they can provide proposals for properties other than this one based on client requests. The selling company, Star Maika Residence Co., Ltd. Osaka Branch, is a group company of Star Maika Holdings Co., Ltd. (listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market). They contribute to the realization of an environmentally friendly and vibrant society through the regeneration and distribution of used condominiums, promoting the concept of "making the most of existing resources rather than building new."
The location is exceptionally convenient, situated just a 2-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line, providing excellent access for commuting and exploration. The surrounding Nakagyo Ward area is a vibrant commercial district, with a Seven-Eleven convenience store a mere 90 meters away, a Fresco supermarket within 270 meters, and a Sugi Drug store 250 meters from the property. A short 4-minute walk will take you to Shinhankan, a notable mixed-use complex housed in a renovated 1960s building that combines retail, dining, and event spaces, reflecting Kyoto's blend of old and new. The area is also home to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former residence of the Tokugawa shoguns, located approximately a 12-minute walk from the apartment, offering a profound historical landmark amidst the modern cityscape.
