Japanese Inn Resonating with Awa-Washi

Experience the soothing ambiance of traditional Washi Japanese paper

Introducing a fully renovated Kyomachiya guesthouse with records dating back to the Meiji era.
"Awa-Washi", a traditional Japanese paper originating from Tokushima Prefecture is incorporated into the wallpaper and Fusuma sliding doors, creating a natural atmosphere characteristic of Japan.
The 1st-floor Tatami room is currently utilized as a gallery space, allowing ones to display their favorite artworks on the walls.

AREA

Located just one train stop west of Kyoto Station, this property is situated right in the middle between Umekoji Kyoto-Nishi Station in Umekoji Park, a city park, and Tambaguchi Station, the nearest station to the active Hanamachi (Geisha district) of Shimabara.
Furthermore, to the west, beyond the JR railway tracks, lies the Kyoto Research Park, a facility where numerous research and development-oriented companies gather, serving as a hub for the creation of new industries.
With convenient access to buses and trains for easy travel within the city, this location is not only suitable for investment properties that generate rental income but also for purposes such as second homes or corporate retreats.

PLAN

This property features the unique "Unagi-no-nedoko" layout of a Machiya, with a plan recessed deeply into the back. Thanks to the Eengawa porch and open garden, ventilation and natural light can still reach even the deeper parts of the layout.
The building has undergone a renovation that preserves much of the Machiya's charm and atmosphere. Additionally, the meticulous design, supervised by Awagami Factory, a papermaking facility in Tokushima Prefecture, showcases the abundant use of traditional "Washi" Japanese paper.
While the 1st floor's earthen floor area is currently utilized as a gallery, it could easily be transformed into a small retail space or a cafe's dining area.

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