"Owning Serenity" Across 100 Years: H2 Christie's International Real Estate Begins Exclusive Sale of Historic Kyoto Nishijin Residences Today.

**"You cannot build 100 years anew."** This is the biggest reason why the world's ultra-high-net-worth individuals and investors are now focusing intensely on traditional machiya architecture in Kyoto.

Modern penthouses in major cities worldwide, equipped with the latest facilities, are certainly comfortable. However, in today's luxury where one is surrounded by similar "glass boxes" everywhere, what is truly lacking is "authenticity" deeply connected to the land's history. This revitalization project by **H2 Christie's International Real Estate** is not merely about providing living spaces; it is a cultural project to inherit "living antiques" polished by over 100 years as assets.

縁側からの風景 (View from the engawa veranda)

## Collecting the "Two Faces" of Nishijin
The two properties being unveiled this time are both rare assets that preserve the traditional construction methods of Kyoto machiya while integrating the latest facilities. Each embodies a different "historical face" of Kyoto's Nishijin.

上京区硯屋町戸建 (Kamigyo-ku Suzuriya-cho Detached House)

**Memories of "Dynamics" and "Prosperity": SUZU HOUSE in Suzuriya-cho, Kamigyo-ku** The heart of Nishijin, a textile town continuing since the Heian period. The aesthetics and prosperity of the weavers of that era are symbolized by a perfectly restored two-building complex, a "main house" and an "annex." The beautiful "tori-niwa" (passageway garden) connecting the two, and the "hibukuro" (open ceiling) reaching towards the sky, are the epitome of Kyoto's traditional beauty.

北区紫野北舟岡町の秘蔵邸宅 (Hidden residence in Murasakino Kitafunaokacho, Kita-ku)

**Sanctuary of "Stillness" and "Spirituality": Hidden Residence in Murasakino Kitafunaokacho, Kita-ku** Located at the foot of Funaoka-yama, which is considered the Genbu (Northern Guardian) of Heian-kyo in Feng Shui. It is close to Daitoku-ji Temple and other sites, an area where Kyoto's "authentic life" breathes in tranquility. Completely isolated from the hustle and bustle of tourist areas, it functions as the "ultimate retreat" for self-reflection and spiritual rejuvenation.

## Eliminating "Inconvenience" and Retaining Only "Aesthetics"
The biggest barriers to owning historic buildings are "coldness" and "outdated facilities." We have preserved the aura emanating from the 100-year-old thick beams and pillars and hand-blown glass fittings, while invisibly integrating modern, high-end engineering. This includes comprehensive floor heating in the LDK and doma (earthen floor space), and the introduction of high-end water facilities. This achieves a high-level balance between the prestige of a historic building and a stress-free living experience.

## "Ownership" as Cultural Patronage for the Next Generation
Currently, traditional buildings boasting such preservation and scale are diminishing year by year in Kyoto City. Owning a "Kyoto Heritage Collection" property goes beyond real estate investment; it grants the honor of being a "guardian (patron)" who protects and passes down Kyoto's beautiful landscape and culture to the next generation.

These residences, promoted through Christie's global network, continue to offer unparalleled value as timeless safe assets and as a portfolio demonstrating the owner's high aesthetic sensibility and social responsibility.

## Property Overview: An Architectural Legacy in Murasakino, Nishijin's Inner Parlor

**Location:** Murasakino Kitafunaokacho, Kita-ku, Kyoto City

**Property Name:** Funaokacho Detached House

**Layout:** 5LDK (including a 10-tatami mat master bedroom, basement

**Structure:** Two-story wooden building (Kyoto Machiya, traditional construction method)

**Historical Proximity:** Funaoka-yama, Daitoku-ji Temple, Imamiya Shrine are within walking distance. A highly spiritual area where Kyoto's deep history and nature intertwine.

Property Website: Historic Kyoto traditional Japanese house for sale | H2 Christie’s

## Property Overview: The Essence of Nishijin, Kamigyo-ku Suzuriya-cho

**Location:** Suzuriya-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

**Layout:** 5LDK / 2 bathrooms (main house 3LDK + annex 2LDK)
**Structure:** Two-story wooden building (Kyoto Machiya, traditional construction method)

**Key Features:** Rare location in Suzuriya-cho, Kamigyo-ku, two-building configuration of main house and annex, tori-niwa, courtyard, open ceiling, full floor heating.
Property Website: Suzu House - Heritage Home in Kyoto | H2 Christie’s

**About H2 Christie’s International Real Estate**
H2 Christie's International Real Estate, part of the H2 Group with over 20 years of history, is a leading player in Japan's luxury real estate market. With bases in the world-renowned resort areas of Niseko and Furano in Hokkaido, and a flagship office now in Tokyo, the company specializes in the sale, purchase, rental, development, and property management of luxury properties. The company is committed to providing bespoke services to its domestic and international clients, leveraging the global influence and reputation of the Christie's International Real Estate network.

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