Akizuki Kayabuki Kominka

A renovated Edo period thatched roof house, formerly a “prison” for samurai-engineers who failed to build a stone bridge (the current “Meganebashi”) and were imprisoned until they completed the job. The building is protected under the historical buildings act, and the craftsment who worked on the straw-roof have worked on UNESCO registered buildings throughout the Japan. The space Full equipped with modern utilities. Adjacent to a river and surrounded by an abundance of nature, this relaxing setting is a perfect hub for remote working (..or just relaxing!) This traditional Kominka was renovated by Akizuki based aki(architects) in September 2023, who previously work for Kazuyo Sejima + Ryue Nishizawa / SANAA. It has 1 double bed bedroom with a sofa and TV, a fully equipped kitchen + dining room, a washing machine and 2 futon beds. The front of the house looks to the south and at the river side, with plenty of sunlight and a gentle breeze. The back of the house, where the bedroom is, looks at a private Japanese garden through the Engawa, from where you can access the bathroom. Guest access Please access the house through the address indicated, and follow up the step-by-step check-in in your Airbnb app. Private parking is available off-site, 50 metres away (map available upon request). Other things to note This house is part of our Akizuki Project, led by Kerry Greer along with his daughter Hana and her partner Héctor (both architects and founders of aki(architects), based in Akizuki). The project aims to attract new families to the area and increase enrollment at the local public school. By staying in this house, you are supporting our community efforts to revitalize Akizuki through initiatives such as the annual Filmfest Akizuki, local urban and architecture workshops, and exciting future projects like the Akizuki Brewery, which will provide jobs for new families; a public sento (traditional bathhouse) where travelers and locals can meet; a bike rental shop to help you explore the town with ease — and much more to come! If you'd like to learn more about our projects, feel free to send a message to Hana and Héctor. Thank you for staying with us! Registration Details Hotels and Inns Business Act | 福岡県北筑後保健福祉環境事務所 | ５北筑保第２４１号−１２