In Kyoto, a Revamped Townhouse Clad in Charred Cedar Seeks $370K
Set in the city’s historic district, the serene one-bedroom machiya has exposed beams, new wood floors, and an updated kitchen and bath.
Set in the city’s historic district, the serene one-bedroom machiya has exposed beams, new wood floors, and an updated kitchen and bath.
Location: 141-7 Shoincho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City, Japan
Price: 55 million yen (approximately $368,981)
Renovation Date: 2022
Renovation Designer: Matthew Foster
Footprint: 550 square feet (1 bedroom, 1 bath)
Lot Size: 350 square feet
From the Agent: "The property is located right between the Kyoto Imperial Palace and the Kamo River. When you go inside, you will find an open atrium, and all the spaces in the house are gently connected. It is fun to see the contrast between the old pillars and earthen walls that retain the traces of the past, and the newly finished parts with solid wood and bright plaster. While maintaining a spatial connection with the first floor, the second floor has a private atmosphere, and it feels like you can spend your time here as you like, taking a nap during the day or immersing yourself in your hobbies."
IYEYA / Photo by Miyachi Toru (Suteki factory)
A small study off the primary bedroom is flooded with light from the windows and skylight.
IYEYA / Photo by Miyachi Toru (Suteki factory)
IYEYA / Photo by Miyachi Toru (Suteki factory)
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