Compact and Convenient Apartment in Historic Hikone
This apartment, located in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, offers a compact and efficient living space within a quiet residential neighborhood. The property is a 1K layout with a total private area of 21.18 sqm (approximately 6.4 tsubo), comprising a 6-tatami mat Western-style room and a 3-tatami mat kitchen area. The balcony is situated on the southwest side, ensuring good sunlight exposure. The building, named CASTLE COURT, is a two-story structure built in February 1996, containing a total of 10 units. This specific unit is on the first floor of the two-story building.
Key equipment and features include a separate bath and toilet, shower, system kitchen, storage space, air conditioning, BS antenna terminal, washing machine space (indoor), video intercom, and city gas. Special notes from the agent highlight that the area is a quiet residential district with favorable sunlight conditions. The rental terms include a monthly rent of 35,000 JPY plus a 3,000 JPY monthly management fee. A security deposit of 38,000 JPY and a key money (reikin) payment of 35,000 JPY are required. A parking space is available for an additional 8,800 JPY per month. Other costs include a "town fee" of 2,700 JPY for one year and an optional "Anshin Support" service for 990 JPY per month. The contract period is for 2 years with no renewal fee, and fire insurance is required (approximately 18,000 JPY for 2 years). The property is currently vacant and available for occupancy from February 2026.
The apartment is situated in the historic city of Hikone, famous for its well-preserved feudal castle. The area offers a blend of residential calm and cultural significance. An interesting local fact is that Hikone Castle is one of only twelve original castles in Japan that have survived from the feudal era without being destroyed and rebuilt. The closest major landmark is the iconic Hikone Castle, a National Treasure and one of Japan's most important historical sites, located just 885 meters away.
