Takayama, Gifu Prefecture. A private villa, THE MACHIYA HANARE, just a few steps from Takayama Old Town has opened in Takayama City, Japan! Part of THE MACHIYA HOTEL TAKAYAMA (a boutique machiya hotel located a short walk from Takayama Station), this private villa is a renovated traditional Japanese townhouse (also known as a ‘machiya’) that […]
Japan has accommodations for every type of traveler. Hotels designed by world-renowned architects, tiny capsule hotel that resemble space shuttles, minimal interiors for the ‘wabi-sabi’ experience, and more. But for travelers looking for a traditional type of accommodation, we recommend renting an entire ‘machiya’ house (a traditional Japanese house). Staying in a ‘machiya’ house means […]
Have you been dreaming about a future trip to Kyoto, Japan? Scrolling through Instagram and blogs, and asking family or friends for advice? You’ve probably have been thinking about what to see, what to do, and especially where to stay. If you go the normal route, you may choose a hotel close to Kyoto Station […]
