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A Home to Be Yourself
Kyoto’s New Cultural Hub
Living with Ease
Located in the northeastern part of Kyoto’s Sakyo Ward at the foot of Mount Hiei, Ichijoji is a neighborhood where nature, culture, and everyday life blend softly together.
With universities nearby, it has long been a place where students, creators, and cultural figures gather.
Here, historic temples such as Shisendo, Ruriko-in, and Manshu-in stand alongside ramen shops, distinctive cafes, small general stores, and well-known bookstores like Keibunsha. Ichijoji has grown into an emerging cultural hub in Kyoto — a slightly whimsical place where the quiet charm of the old capital meets contemporary expression.
Just a step away from the city’s bustle, it offers leisurely walks filled with art, inspiration, and moments of calm.
For both residents and visitors, it is a place to nurture what you love and embrace a gentle, fulfilling way of life.
Interview
Getting to Know
Life in Ichijoji
We spoke with a local who knows Ichijoji well,
asking about the area’s charm and what daily life here feels like.
This time, we interviewed
koen
Opened in November 2024 in Ichijoji, Sakyo Ward, koen combines four functions—cafe, shop, gallery, and atelier—as an alternative space.
It is located about a four-minute walk from this property.
Q. Do you find Ichijoji a good environment for young couples and families?
Yes, I do. There are parks everywhere, which makes it great for families.
You often see small children playing, and the many small shops add to the warmth of the entire neighborhood. Overall, the atmosphere here feels very welcoming.
Q. What do you personally like about the Ichijoji area?
In a good way, it has a “gentle” Kyoto quality—relaxed, calm, and easy-going.
I love to stroll around, stop by whatever shop catches my eye, have casual chats with the owners or customers, and just enjoy that warm, easy atmosphere.
Area
A Beloved Neighborhood Rich
in Art and Food
Blending culture, cuisine, and nature in a beautifully balanced way, this area stands out as one of Kyoto’s most distinctive neighborhoods.
Convenience stores, supermarkets, and a wide range of restaurants are all within walking distance, making daily living effortless on foot. The atmosphere is calm and residential, with many refined cafés and bookstores. Surrounded by Mt. Hiei and dotted with parks, it also offers an environment where families can enjoy nature, relax, and raise children with peace of mind.
It is an ideal setting for young couples and families seeking a quiet, cultural lifestyle in Kyoto.
From Eizan Railway’s Ichijoji Station, it takes about six minutes to reach Demachiyanagi Station. There, you can transfer to the Keihan Line for easy access to central Kyoto, including Gion-Shijo and Kiyomizu-Gojo, as well as to Osaka’s Yodoyabashi Station.
Bus routes and bicycle access also make it convenient to reach areas such as Kitaoji, Demachiyanagi, and Shimogamo.
*Travel times are approximate and may vary depending on operating conditions.
Plan
Breezy light-filled home
for comfortable living.
This spacious 5 rooms ＋ Kitchen layout is filled with soft eastern light from large windows, offering an open and airy atmosphere. Ample storage throughout the house—including an attic space accessible by ladder—keeps things organized.
From the second floor, you can enjoy quiet residential views and surrounding greenery. With flexible renovation potential, the first floor could be opened into a large living–dining–kitchen, while the second floor could be arranged as bedrooms, study, or children’s rooms.
Ideal for families or couples planning for children.
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Virtual Tour
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Details
| Property Price | 13,800,000 JPY (Approx. USD *1JPY= USD) |
|---|---|
| Type & Conditions | Old House（One of 2 terraced houses） |
| Location | 4-9 Ichijoji Kinomoto cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto |
| Transportation | Approx. 8 min. walk from Eizan Electric Railway "Ichijoji Sta." |
| Approx. 3 min. walk from Kyoto City Bus "Ichijoji-umenokicho Stop" | |
| Land Area | 【Registered】 48.83 sqm |
| 【Actual/Measured by surveyors】 47.35 sqm (approx. number) | |
| Private Street Area Included | N/A |
| Floor Area | 【Registered】1F：16.53 sqm 2F：15.75 sqm Total：32.28 sqm |
| 【Actual】1F：45.47 sqm 2F：36.07 sqm Total：81.54 sqm (approx. number) *Including unregistered area | |
| Building Structure | Two Storey Wooden House |
| Building Date | Unspecifiable (The earliest record in the closed registry is 1961) |
| Size | 5 rooms + Kitchen + Loft room |
| Adjoining Street | Street Width : 5.97m, Frontage: 4.37m, Direction: East (approx. number) |
| Public Utility | Electricity, Water Plumbing In/Out, City Gas |
| Land Use District／City Planning Act | Category 1 Low-Rise Exclusive Residential District／Urbanization Promotion Area |
| Legal Restrictions | The minimum size of land area is regulated as 100sqm when divided., 10m / Height Control District, Mountain Background Aesthetic District, Distant View Preservation Zone, Outdoor Advertisement Category 2 Regulatory District, Residence Attraction Area, Established Urban Area, Housing Land Development Construction Regulated Area |
| Handover／Current Situation | Immediately／Vacant |
| Building Coverage Ratio／Floor Area Ratio | 50%／80% |
| Land Category／Geographical Features | Residential Land／Flatland |
| Land Tenure／Notification According to National Land Utilization Law | Title／Not Required |
| Elementary School／Junior High School | Shugakuin-daini Elementary School (approx. 8 min. walk/630m)／Shugakuin Junior High School (approx. 4 min. walk/264m) |
| Remarks |
*Renovation work is required due to it's aged deterioration. *Furniture is not included in the property price. *The property will be handed over as is. |
| Transaction Terms | Hachise as a Seller (No agent commission required) |
| Coordinated by | Yohei Fukagawa |
| Information updated | Dec 4, 2025 |
| Information will be updated | Dec 15, 2025 |
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