A Serene Home Tucked Away off Kiyomizu-zaka

Located in the Kiyomizu area, within easy reach of iconic landmarks such as Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Pagoda, this property stands quietly in an alley just 100 meters from the lively Kiyomizu-zaka.

Step away from the bustling main street, and a calm, distinctly Kyoto atmosphere unfolds. The neighborhood is dotted with refined restaurants, cultural experience venues, and traditional machiya inns, forming a streetscape that carefully preserves its historic character. While set in the heart of a major sightseeing district, the area offers a rare balance where everyday life and timeless charm gently intersect.

With a total floor area of approximately 76sqm and a private garden, this home presents versatile potential—whether as a refined residence or for alternative uses—within one of Kyoto’s most distinguished locations.

Yasaka Pagoda

Yasaka Street — Lined with Stylish Shops

Kennin-ji Temple

Kennin-ji Temple with Cherry Blossoms

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine

Yasaka Shrine

Area

Recognized as one of Japan’s most celebrated scenic districts, the Higashiyama–Kiyomizu area has long attracted visitors from around the world.
Centered around landmarks such as Yasaka Pagoda and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the neighborhood lies within central Kyoto yet enjoys a serene natural setting framed by gentle hills and seasonal greenery. Throughout the year, the scenery shifts beautifully with the seasons.

The area is home to long-established ryokan and fine restaurants, as well as cafés and shops renovated from traditional Kyomachiya, creating a streetscape where history and contemporary sensibility blend harmoniously. Within walking distance of Gion, residents can enjoy Kyoto’s iconic stone-paved lanes and traditional hanamachi culture as part of everyday life.

With cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant foliage in autumn, the area offers both lively energy and timeless charm year-round. Convenient access to central Kyoto—and via the Keihan Line to Osaka—adds to its appeal as a travel base.

Plan

The property offers approximately 76sqm of total floor space with a layout that provides a pleasing sense of depth. A private garden extends at the rear, while additional greenery along the side enhances the sense of openness and tranquility.
Although renovation is required due to age-related wear, this presents an opportunity to create a space tailored to your vision. Whether as a refined second home, a lodging facility that takes advantage of its prime location, or a discreet salon, restaurant, or boutique, the property offers versatile potential.

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