Experience authentic Kyoto culture in this exceptional top-floor residence offering front-row views of the iconic Gozan Okuribi fire festival (Daimonji and Myoho characters). Located on the 11th floor as a rare three-sided corner unit in a substantial 182-unit community, this property combines unobstructed mountain and skyline views with the privilege of witnessing one of Kyoto's most sacred annual traditions from your own home.
This residence has undergone complete full-scale renovation including layout changes, transforming it into a functional, modern living space while maintaining its spectacular views of the Higashiyama mountain range. The open-plan kitchen was converted from a closed wall-mounted design, creating exceptional flow for family interaction and entertaining. Just 10 minutes walk from Imadegawa Station on the Karasuma Line, you'll enjoy convenient access throughout Kyoto while being within walking distance of the Imperial Palace Park.
The three-sided corner position ensures superior ventilation and natural light from multiple directions, with numerous windows creating a constantly refreshing breeze throughout the living spaces. As the top-floor unit with no obstructions ahead, enjoy breathtaking views of Kyoto's traditional streetscapes and the ever-changing sky - a sense of openness rare in urban living.
The 15.8-mat (approximately 26m²) LDK features dual-aspect windows flooding the space with natural light throughout the day. The bright, simple interior serves as a versatile canvas for any design aesthetic, allowing you to create your ideal living environment. The modern open-plan kitchen with integrated dishwasher enables you to maintain connection with family in the living and dining areas while preparing meals - perfect for entertaining and everyday family life.
Bedroom 1 (approximately 6.4 mats) connects to the living room, providing a private retreat while maintaining family connection. Corner windows allow gentle light to filter in, creating a serene atmosphere. Bedroom 2 (approximately 4.8 mats) features a large functional closet maximizing usable floor space, with eastern windows offering views of the Higashiyama mountain range - distant mountains and expansive sky provide daily moments of tranquility. Bedroom 3 (approximately 5.2 mats) captures soft morning sunlight from the east, creating an ideal quiet space away from the living areas for focused work or personal pursuits.
The bathroom features a body-enveloping bathtub design providing exceptional comfort for relaxing after long days. The bathroom ventilation/drying system proves useful year-round for laundry drying and winter heating. A newly installed TOTO integrated washlet toilet offers easy-maintenance surfaces and contemporary convenience, while overhead cabinets provide practical storage for cleaning supplies.
The powder room features three-mirror cabinets and under-counter storage keeping bathroom essentials organized and accessible during both peaceful evening routines and busy morning preparations. The entrance welcomes with footlights and motion-sensor lighting providing hands-free illumination during late returns or when carrying packages.
A generous hallway storage closet provides ample space for family shared items, cleaning supplies, disaster preparedness supplies, and rain gear that needs quick access before heading out. The deep balcony brings bright light and fresh breezes into your home, while offering panoramic views of Kyoto's cityscape and expansive sky - an outdoor space for refreshment and contemplation.
The property's most extraordinary feature is its direct views of Kyoto's registered Intangible Folk Cultural Property - the Gozan Okuribi fire festival. Every August, watch the sacred Daimonji and Myoho characters illuminate the mountains, marking the end of Obon in a centuries-old tradition that few residences can witness from home. These peaceful moments connect you directly to Kyoto's living cultural heritage.
The building entrance sits along tree-lined Higashi Horikawa street with accessible slope entry for strollers and mobility aids. Kyoto Imperial Palace Park lies within walking distance, offering year-round access to Kyoto's history, culture, and nature. This property offers exceptional value for those seeking authentic Kyoto living with modern comfort, cultural connection, and extraordinary views - ideal as a primary residence or cherished second home in Japan's ancient capital.