A rare Kyo-machiya townhouse standing directly in front of Shinnyo-do, one of Kyoto’s most celebrated temples for cherry blossoms and autumn foliage.
Facing the temple’s wide approach, the property enjoys excellent sunlight. Its generous layout, complete with a spacious inner courtyard garden (tsuboniwa), allows abundant natural light to pour in throughout the day.
The views from the second floor overlooking Shinnyo-do are truly exceptional. Designed to maximize this prime location, the upper-level rooms feature large windows that frame a breathtaking panorama: cherry trees of varying sizes lining historic stone walls, set against the rolling Higashiyama mountains. With sky and greenery stretching across the scene—and no modern buildings in sight — the outlook immediately conveys the rarity of this tranquil and nature-rich setting, even within Kyoto.
The residence has been thoughtfully renovated for comfortable living, including underfloor heating to ensure warmth during the winter months. The layout is well-suited as a private residence or an elegant second home, and the property may also be operated as a rental house.
Surrounded by peaceful streets and offering remarkable views from the home itself, this is a property that promises a calm and refined Kyoto lifestyle.
Floor plan: 2 bedrooms + living dining kitchen + storage room + balcony + garden
Renovation History:
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2017 – Comprehensive renovation (all-electric appliance, structural reinforcement, roof tile replacement, interior renewal, soundproofing on the first floor, etc.)
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July 2025 – First-floor upgrades (kitchen, bathroom, underfloor heating, etc.)
