Duo Hills Kamitoorimachi: A New Urban Residence in Kumamoto City
Duo Hills Kamitoorimachi is a new condominium development currently under construction in the vibrant heart of Kumamoto City, Central Ward. This 14-story reinforced concrete building will comprise 48 residential units plus one management office, with completion and handover scheduled for late February 2027. The development offers a range of floor plans from 1LDK to 2LDK, with unit sizes spanning from 35.11㎡ to 137.85㎡, including a premium 137㎡ plan designed to offer views of Kumamoto Castle from its upper floors. Balcony sizes range from 7.0㎡ to 11.8㎡. The property is exceptionally well-located, just a 1-minute walk (approx. 50m) from the Kamitoori Shopping Arcade and within a 6-minute walk of public transport including the Kumamoto City Tram "Toorimachi" station.
The development incorporates high-quality fixtures and amenities. Key equipment includes a glass-top 3-burner stove, all-slide storage systems, a shower faucet with integrated water purifier, a one-piece counter with offset bowl sink, a three-sided mirror with rear storage, a bathroom dryer/heater, a "Minamo" bathtub, and a "Rakurack" hanging storage unit in the toilet. The building is also pet-friendly and features a hands-free Tebra system for auto-lock entry, a 24-hour garbage disposal area, and a dedicated lounge for residents. Parking is available with monthly fees ranging from ¥2,160 to ¥20,900, and there are also motorcycle and bicycle parking spaces.
Critical agent notes have been provided regarding the sales process. For the ongoing "Phase 1, 4th Round" sale, applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and desired units may already be sold out. Applicants must provide income certificates for 2024 and 2025, identification (health insurance card or driver's license), and a personal seal (inkan). Furthermore, the listing includes a preliminary advertisement for "Phase 2 and beyond." This is a notice advertisement where the price and number of units for sale are undetermined. As the specific units for sale in Phase 2 are not yet decided, the property data displayed is for all target units for sale (24 units). Finalized information will be announced in the official notice. Until sales begin, the company cannot accept applications for contracts, reservations, or securing an application order. Additional notes confirm the balcony area range and the building confirmation numbers: No. BVJ-FUK24-10-0361 (dated June 18, 2024) and No. BVJ-FUK24-11-0361 (dated March 12, 2025). The seller is a member of several industry bodies including the (Public Interest Incorporated Association) Metropolitan Real Estate Fair Trade Council.
The area surrounding Duo Hills Kamitoorimachi is one of Kumamoto's most dynamic commercial and cultural districts. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Kamitoori Arcade is one of the oldest shopping streets in Kyushu, originally developed in the post-war period and now a bustling covered promenade lined with shops and cafes. The closest major landmark and premier tourist attraction is the iconic Kumamoto Castle, a historic fortress and a National Historic Site of Japan, located approximately 1,160 meters away—a 15-minute walk from the property.
