Compact and Convenient Studio Apartment in Kyoto's Historic Kamigyo Ward
This rental apartment offers a compact and affordable living solution in the heart of Kyoto's historic Kamigyo ward. The property is a studio (one-room) layout with a total private floor area of 16 square meters (approximately 4.84 tsubo), featuring a 6-tatami mat Western-style room. The unit is located on the 3rd floor of a 5-story steel-framed building constructed in October 1986. It includes a south-facing balcony, providing natural light.
Key equipment and features of the apartment include a toilet, storage space, air conditioning, and fiber-optic internet readiness. It is a corner unit. Special notes from the agent highlight the presence of a coin-operated laundry and a coin-operated shower room on the premises. The monthly water bill is included in the arrangement. Convenience stores and supermarkets are located nearby, making shopping very convenient. Use of the unit as an office (SOHO) is negotiable.
The monthly rent is 23,000 JPY with no administration or common service fees. There is no security deposit (敷金) and the key money (礼金) is equivalent to one month's rent. The contract period is 2 years with a renewal fee. Tenant insurance is required (approximately 16,000 JPY for 2 years for fire insurance, though details may change depending on the occupant and conditions). A rental guarantee company membership is also required.
The area is a convenient and up-and-coming neighborhood. The recently opened Horikawa New Culture Building, which houses a large bookstore, is nearby, adding to the area's appeal. For daily necessities, a Daiso store and a UNIQLO are within easy walking distance. An interesting local fact is that the area is close to the historic Horikawa canal, which was part of Kyoto's old city water transport system. The closest major tourist attraction is the magnificent Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its 'nightingale floors' and beautiful gardens, accessible via a short bus ride.