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みのる庵

Machiya
Interwar & Early Modern Heritage
鳥羽619-1, 679-1322 Taka, Japan
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$183.00 /night for 2 adults View Deal

Highlights

Home of Minoru Goto, a famous calligrapher

Popular Amenities

  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
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Overview

Minoru-An is a machiya dating back to the Taisho era and offers a tranquil setting for travelers who want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. The property can host a total of 11 guests with its 11 futons, but check with the host about group bookings. There are a total of three bedrooms. Besides the main building, there’s an outbuilding that can be used by guests as well. Fireworks are allowed on the premises, and with the barbecue facilities available here, you can have a fun cookout! All the more, the architecture of the home makes it perfect for an authentic Japanese stay, so scroll down to read more about Minoru-An, a traditional machiya.

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map 鳥羽619-1, 679-1322 Taka, Japan
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Local Info

Lavender Park Taka
Taka Town Yokamura Park
Kyugakuji
Nearest Airport
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History

This machiya is over 100 years old, evident from its well-preserved historic features that add a unique twist to generic Japanese architectural traditions. The property is removed from the urban bustle, surrounding guests in a tranquil ambiance characterised by lush greenery.

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The machiya’s unique roof Booking

Design and Architecture

Perhaps the property’s most striking feature is its unique roof, which seems akin to the roof of a Viking longhouse affixed to a standard irimoya roof. The interiors also show certain quirks in style, especially with the floor-to-ceiling windows interspersed with shoji doors. You’ll find several pieces of Japanese calligraphy spread across the property. Rooms are bedecked in tatami mats, chabudai, and floor cushions, embracing Japanese aesthetics.

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Living room interiors of Minoru-an Booking

Amenities

Popular Amenities

  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Rooms

Japanese-Style Room

Guest + 7
Room 11 Bed Type 7
Room size 40 m2

Price per night

$296.00
per night price includes taxes and charges
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Dining

Breakfast is provided for an additional fee and will usually be omurice with freshly pickled eggs. The courtyard is equipped with barbecue equipment and the property can prepare local ingredients for the barbecue and even provide draft beer for a fun time.

Dining
Chabudai table in the machiya Booking

Events and experiences

Cultural Experiences

The property is the home of the famous calligrapher Minoru Goto, and as such, you’ll find many pieces of calligraphy in the home. If you feel inspired by the artworks, you can even take up a calligraphy session to learn the art, for an additional fee. These are usually group sessions and will even involve washi paper-making sessions so that you can learn the art from the true traditional basics.

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Calligraphy sessions in the machiya Booking

Local Info

Lavender Park Taka

Beautiful park with almost endless fields of lavender blooms and even a shop selling lavender oil. (7-minute walk)

Taka Town Yokamura Park

Urban park with lush green spaces and play areas for children. (24-minute drive)

Kyugakuji

Small Buddhist temple built in the 15th century by Ako Gish with lush surroundings. (43-minute drive)

Nearest Airport

The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, which is about an hour’s drive away.

Nearest Railway Station

The property is within a 30-minute drive from Nishiwakishi Station.

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