A Historic Grand Machiya by Kitano Shopping St.

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A harmonious blend of modern design and traditional Kyomachiya

This property is located in the Kitano area, which is rich in Kyoto’s history and culture. A 127-year-old Kyomachiya has been remodeled in a modern way, making the property a unique one. It features both a restaurant space and a spacious living area with 4 rooms and a living-dining-kitchen.
Recommended for those looking for a sophisticated space that seamlessly blends historical charm with modern comfort in a prime location.

plan

The design of the exterior resembles a modern building, giving it a stylish appearance.In order to create an open and bright space, the deep structure, which has remained unchanged since the Meiji era, is designed to draw in natural light from both the garden and Tsuboniwa (small garden).
The first floor has a restaurant space with a counter kitchen, and the second floor is a spacious residential space with 4 rooms and a living-dining-kitchen. The restaurant space can also be used as an art gallery.

plan

photos

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  • Facade
  • Facade
  • Facade
  • Restaurant Space|1F
  • Counter Kitchen|1F
  • Bench Seat|1F
  • Bench Seat|1F
  • Tsuboniwa
  • Tsuboniwa
  • Garden
  • Restraunts Space (Double Height Ceiling)|1F
  • Restraunts Space (Double Height Ceiling)|1F
  • Restraunts Space (Double Height Ceiling)|1F
  • Entrance of Residence|1F
  • Stairs
  • Living-Dining-Kitchen|2F
  • Atrium|2F
  • Tatami Room|2F
  • Tatami Room|2F
  • North Room|2F
  • South Room|2F
  • South Room|2F
  • Powder Room|2F

area

This area, which once flourished as the approach to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, retains old Kyomachiyas and elegant alleyways, and is filled with the typical atmosphere of Kyoto.
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is about a 10-minute walk away from the property, and the Kitano Shopping Street is also just a short walk away, making it possible to experience their history up close. Even today, about 100 stores line the streets as the Kitano Shopping Street. With long-established stores and specialty stores, it is a convenient place to go shopping.

area map

details

 
Property Price 298,000,000 JPY (Approx. USD *1JPY= USD)
Type & Conditions Old House with a Store(Kyomachiya)
Location 56-1, 58 Sangencho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto
Transportation Approx. 13 min. walk from Keifuku Electric Railroad "Kitano-Hakubaicho Sta."
Approx. 4 min. walk from Kyoto City Bus "Kamishichiken Stop"
Land Area 【Registered】Total of two lots: 148.85sqm
【Actual/Measured by surveyors】Total of two lots: 151.76sqm(approx. number)
Private Street Area Included N/A
Floor Area 【Registered】1F: 136.19sqm, 2F: 105.12sqm, Total: 241.31sqm
Subsidiary Building: Bathroom, Toilet / Single Storey Wooden House / 6.61sqm+3.30sqm
Building Structure Two Storey Wooden House
Building Date Unspecifiable (The earliest record in the house evaluation report is 1898)
Size 4 rooms + Living-Dining-Kitchen + Store(Restaurant) +2 Gardens
Adjoining Street Street Width : 2.51~2.59m(Private road), Frontage: 7.38m, Direction: South (approx. number)
Public Utility Electricity, Water Plumbing In/Out, City Gas
Land Use District 【A / Areas within 30m of Nakadachiuri St.】Commercial District
【B / Areas not within 30m of Nakadachiuri St.】Quasi-Industrial District
Legal Restrictions 【A】15m / Category 4 Height Control District, Outdoor Advertisement Category 4 Regulatory District
【B】15m / Category 3 Height Control District, Outdoor Advertisement Category 3 Regulatory District, Nishijin Special Industrial District
【A / B】Quasi-Fire Prevent District, Old Urban Type Aesthetic District, Distant View Preservation Zone, Residence Attraction Area, Established Urban Area
Handover Immediately
Current Situation Vacant
Building Coverage Ratio 【A】80% 【B】60%
Floor Area Ratio 【A】400% 【B】200%
Land Category Residential Land
Land Tenure Title
Geographical Features Flatland
City Planning Act Urbanization Promotion Area
Notification According to National Land Utilization Law Not Required
Elementary School Ninna Elementary School(approx. 8 min. walk / 565m)
Junior High School Kitano Junior High School(approx. 17 min. walk / 1340m)
Remarks ※approx. 5.36 sqm setback
※This property has obtained Kyo-machiya profile.
※The property will be handed over as is.
※Some equipment and furniture in the photos are included in the property price. For more details, please contact our sales representative.
※Fully renovated by the seller in Feb 2025
Renovation works done: Renewed water plumbing falicities(bathroom, kitchen, toilet, basin, etc.), Repaired and repainted exterior walls, Renewed exterior and interior fittings, Interior refurbishment, Replaced flooring materials, Replaced Tatami mats, etc.
Transaction Terms Hachise as a Broker (Agent commission required when concluding contract)
Sales Representative Boa Zhang
Information updated Mar. 25, 2025
Information will be updated Mar. 31, 2025
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