Whole House Rental - Historic Folk House Retreat

Thank you so much for your review. Above all, receiving a 10-day booking right after our opening in May was a delightful surprise that truly brought me so much joy. Through our conversations, I learned so much about the wonderful value of taking the time to relax and truly settle into an extended stay. When renovating my family home, I embraced a minimalist approach to clearly define "what to preserve" and "what to adapt." What we chose to preserve is the essence of traditional Japanese architecture—timber construction built with traditional joinery that minimizes metal hardware as much as possible, leaving the classic shoin-zukuri style tatami room completely intact. On the other hand, what we adapted was ensuring safety and peace of mind. We carried out seismic reinforcement, completely rewired the electrical system, and installed outdoor security cameras along with an emergency response system. Building on that foundation, we curated the interior to honor the home's history. We kept only the essential original furnishings and featured traditional Japanese paintings created by my mother. I am truly happy that you enjoyed and appreciated all of these details.