A House to Learn and Grow with the Community
“Glocal” is a blend of “Global” and “Local.” This sharehouse embodies the vision of the Ariwara Project, launched through the collaboration between Machiake Co., Ltd., which has welcomed residents from over 40 countries, and the property owner who wishes to revitalize the Minami-Suma area.
The house is a fully renovated traditional home, designed and structurally reinforced by an architect. Featuring large windows, ample water facilities, and local Hyogo-prefecture wood, it offers a calm living environment filled with light and nature.
Located just a 5-minute walk from JR Takatori Station and within walking distance of Suma Seaside Park, the house sits next to a large public park. On the first floor is a cultural complex called Yukihira YaneYane, home to a learning center (ORCASTUDY: https://orcastudy.net/) that uses AI systems. When the learning center is not in operation, the space will also serve as a co-working area for residents and the community.
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【Common area】
【Private room】
Rooms
| Rooms | size |
|---|---|
| 201 | 10.3㎡ |
| 202 | 7.5㎡ |
| 203 | 8.1㎡ |
| 204 | 10.1㎡ |
| 205 | 7.8㎡ |
| 206 | 8.5㎡ |
Address
654-0037 2-1-4 Yukihiracho, Suma-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture
Access
5-minute walk from JR Takatori Station
5-minutes walk from a supermarket, and a convenience store
Stores
FamilyMart (JR Takatori Station Front) – 4 min walk
Maruai Supermarket – 5 min walk
Nitori (furniture store) – 6 min walk
Requirements
Age: 15 and above (Minors require contract under guardian’s name)
Open to all genders
Foreign nationals welcome
Upon move-in, please provide a valid ID (passport and residence card for non-Japanese), and an emergency contact.
Minors must also submit a letter of consent from a guardian.
Facilities
Shared Areas: Refrigerator / Microwave oven / Electric kettle / Rice cooker / Vacuum cleaner / Washing machine / Dryer
Private Rooms: Air conditioner / Bed frame / Desk and chair / Hanger rack
Others
Move-in process
Others
Management
The management company cleans the common areas twice a month. However, we ask all residents to clean up after themselves and keep shared spaces tidy after each use.
Event
We organize various events such as welcome parties, farewell parties, fireworks, and BBQs. Many other activities also happen naturally when sharemates discover common interests and hobbies.
We encourage you to keep an open mind, go with the flow, and enjoy trying new things together with your sharemates!
Cost
One of the biggest advantages of living in a share house is the great value for money.
The only initial fee is a ¥15,000 administrative fee, making it possible to enjoy a comfortable stay at an affordable price, even for a relatively short period of time.
Friend
Family members and friends are welcome to stay with you.
If you have a guest staying overnight, please let the shared LINE group know in advance. An additional fee of ¥1,000 per night applies.
House Viewing
We ask all prospective residents to view the house before moving in.
This allows you to get a feel for each house’s concept, atmosphere, and living environment. We will also have a short conversation with you during the viewing.
We welcome residents who feel, “I would love to live here!” after getting to know the house and its atmosphere.