Sumitomo Fudosan Kyoto Bldg.

The Sumitomo Fudosan Kyoto Building is a modern office structure with eleven floors, eight above ground and three basement levels that extend beneath the street. The building combines office space with retail areas and serves as a focal point in this busy downtown district.

The building opened in 1976 and initially housed a major department store that operated there until 2010. It was subsequently renovated and reopened in 2021 as a new shopping and gathering space.

This structure represents the evolution of Kyoto's commercial district, where traditional merchant houses transformed into modern business centers.

The building sits in a central location and is easily accessible by public transportation, with direct access to train stations and bus lines. Nearby areas offer plenty of shops and restaurants within easy walking distance.

The complex was redesigned in 2021 to include an integrated garden space, a rare feature for an urban office building in this area. This outdoor area offers a quiet spot amid the busy shopping district.

Location: Shimogyō-ku

Inception: September 30, 1976

Floors above the ground: 8

Floors below the ground: 3

Address: 京都市下京区四条河原町東入真町68

Website: http://sumitomo-rd.co.jp/service/fudosan_soudan2.html#ex15

GPS coordinates: 35.00361,135.76972

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:42