OrganicLifestyle Koman | Private forest cottage, 1 night with breakfast for 2 people (maximum 6 people)

Your own Bed & Breakfast nestled in the forests of Kyushu, central to Oita, Kumamoto and Miyazaki. This beautiful, recently built cottage is perfect for a couple, a small family (children ok!) or friends who wish to get away from the crowds and experience the tranquil side of rural Japan. Spacious, cozy, sophisticated and private, your hosts are Kaoru and Mori will provide you with a unique opportunity to experience their organic, natural lifestyle in the countryside. The space This cottage was crafted by a local carpenter in 2023. It was built primarily from recycled wood from an old house in the area that feel apart. The house incorporates the repurposed, remaining wood from the old house as well as modern house building techniques. The walls and ceilings are made from local soil and bamboo chips and the kitchen counter is made from a special a local plant-based plaster. The floors are also refurbished from an old recycled house. Our philosophy in building this house was to use materials that can be returned to the earth while keeping the charm of the original intention of the wood. It is a two story cottage, with a small balcony off the upstairs bedroom, and a spacious first floor sitting and dining area, and a large kitchen and bar area. The water is fresh and locally sourced. Guest access You are welcome to use the entire house as your own. I will provide a breakfast for you as part of the B&B, otherwise the house will be completely private to you. Other things to note There are extra futons if you have children or an extra member or two. Please let me know if I should make extra preparations. If you'd like to rent for a few weeks or a month, this is also possible, just reach out! There are activities to be enjoyed, just let me know in advance what you might like to try and I will try to accommodate you and your group! 1) ⚫︎Organic Dinner: 7,000yen per person. Prepared with locally sourced foods from nearby farmers and gardeners. I recommend this for at least part of your stay. ⚫︎Special Japanese Dinner by a personal chef:20,000yen He grows organic rice, hunts, fishes river fish, picks wildflowers, and does all the cooking himself. Experience the skill and beauty of Japanese cuisine as well as the impressive deliciousness. His cooking is a special experience that can only be experienced here. 20,000 yen per person. 2）Pottery Class Pottery is famous in Kyushu, and Yaku-san has been honing his craft for 30 years. He enjoys making coffee cups and other tools, brewing delicious coffee, and spending time outdoors. Firing your pottery piece takes approximately 3 weeks, and shipping to your home is available separately for an additional fee (approx. ¥9,000). The class is approximately ¥10,000 per person, and each guest can make up to 2 pieces. 3) Yoga Class: I am a certified Iyengar and Ashtanga teacher and has traveled to India to learn from renowned teachers. Please let me know if you'd like to have a class.4,000 yen per person. 4) Bamboo Enzyme Bath: An enzyme bath made by naturally fermenting bamboo powder from Bungo-Ono, rice bran, and wild grass (mugwort). The far-infrared heat energy produced by microorganisms reaches 70°C every time. A 20-minute enzyme bath causes sweating from the whole body, promoting the excretion of waste products and the flow of blood and lymph. The heat shock protein effect is also expected to activate and repair cells. Approx 6,000yen per person. ※ The enzyme bath is located about 20 minutes by car from the cottage. 5) Ayurvedic Massage Ayurveda is the "science of life." Abhyanga, described as a nourishing treatment, involves the use of warm herbal oils that penetrate the body down to the internal organs, bones, and bone marrow levels, expelling toxins and waste products from within the body. This results in recovery from fatigue and rejuvenation. The combination of "YOGA" and "Ayurveda," which are said to be sister practices, allows healing from the soul to occur. 2-3 hours. Approx 30,000 yen depending Note, these need to be requested in advance and may not be available. 6）Based on your preferences, I’ll guide you to my hidden favorite spots—hot springs, town walks, nature spots, antique shops, galleries, cafés, and more. Let’s enjoy them together ♪ ¥12,000 per day Registration Details Hotels and Inns Business Act | 大分県豊肥保健所 | 指令豊保第7号の4