Reservation
For children 4-12 years old, please select Child.
If you are under 3 years old but need a futon, please select Child.
Location
Kameoka, Kyoto is surrounded by mountains and deep fog.
"Kiri no Kōbō" is a private lodge where visitors can experience craftsmanship with the freedom of a foggy imagination.
*The name "Kiri no Kōbō" means "atelier and hotel in fog" in Japanese.
Enjoy your stay with a special experience.
Old-fashioned glass, beams that have supported the house for decades, an old-fashioned earthen floor, and a living room that retains old wood. The open space where you can feel the passage of time weaves a sense of comfort.
The workspace is made of solid cedar wood. Woodworking and leather crafting tools and Whetstones are also provided as amenities. The space can be used for craftsmanship, hobbies, reading, or as a working space.
Our facility
Traditional Japanese folk style
The following is an introduction to the facilities at "Kiri no Kōbō".
Exterior view of the building
The open sky and the garden have different looks depending on the time of day and the season. Parking space is available in front of the facility.
Doma Dining
The open dining room is connected to the garden and retains the traditional earthen floor. You can also cook in the kitchen.
Living room
The living room has a sense of openness with beams and ceilings that only an old Japanese house can offer. The catwalk in the atrium also serves as a hideout for the children.
Goemon Bath (Bathroom)
The Goemon Bath is a traditional bath where water is heated over a wood fire. The water heated in the iron kiln is smooth and warms you to the core. A shower is also available if you want to wash your hair or body quickly.
Japanese-style bedroom
(2nd floor)
A pure Japanese-style room with an alcove. From the window, you can see the mountains of Kameoka and the peaceful countryside. You can view the fireworks from the room during the annual Hozugawa Fireworks Festival.
Private Field
If you sign up for an agricultural experience, you can experience harvesting and planting vegetables.
Facilities and Amenities
Guests have
access to the following facilities and amenities.
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Towels
- Body soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Dryer
- IH stove
- Refrigerator
- Microwave oven
- Electric kettle
- Various tableware
- Dishwashing detergent
- Cutting boards and knives
- Natural whetstone
- Air conditioner
- Fireplace
- Wheel
- Woodworking tools
- Leather craft tools
- Parking (2 cars)
*Please bring your own seasonings. Please bring or request materials for crafts in advance.
Price
Facility with a whole building
Reservations can be made through this official website.
Facility fee
Varies depending on the date of stay, number of days, and number of people.
Please select a date from the reservation calendar to confirm.
Up to 5 people can stay. *Up to 2 persons will be charged the cost of 2 adults.
Child rate is applied for 4-12 years old. *Free for children under 3 years old, but no bedding.
Discounts for consecutive nights
2 nights: 20%, 3-5 nights: 30%, 6-28 nights: 40%, 29 nights~: 50% discount.
Breakfast
Included in your stay.
Before making a reservation
The experience menu at this facility is not included in the above cost. Please request separately.
Cancellation fee: Free of charge up to 8 days prior to the event. 100% of the fee will be charged from the day of the event to 7 days prior to the event.
Accsess
Kameoka is a 20 minute
train ride from Kyoto Station
There is a peaceful rural landscape and castle town.
Address
Yamanobō-69 Hozuchō, Kameoka, Kyoto, Japan
Shuttle Service to Kameoka Station
We provide a shuttle service to Kameoka Station at check-in and check-out. Please contact us in advance, as the schedule depends on staff availability.
Train: From JR Kameoka Sta.
Rental bicycle (COGICOGI): From JR Kameoka Station north exit port Approximately 7 minutes.
Walk: 28 minutes from the north exit
Bus: 3 minute ride from the north exit of Kameoka Station, 11 minute walk from Hozu bus stop
*Please check the timetable in advance as there is approximately one bus per hour.
Train: From Torokko Kameoka Sta.
Rental bicycle (COGICOGI): Approximately from Torokko Kameoka Station port 8 minutes.
Walk: 29 minutes from the north exit
*The time for each is a route without street lights, so please be careful at night.
Car (from Kyoto Jūkan Expressway)
From Kyoto: About 17 minutes from Shino Interchange
From Ayabe/Maizuru: About 14 minutes from Oi Interchange
NEWS
Seasonal, tourist information, and announcements from facilities.
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Activities
Experiences to enjoy your stay
We offer experiences that take advantage of the features of this facility.
Wood Stove Experience @ Kiri no Kōbō
You can learn how to handle a wood stove and use a wood stove. *Only in winter.
Wood-burning Goemon Bath Experience @ Kiri no Kōbō
Learn how to boil a bath with wood and boil a Goemon Bath. *Not available in summer.
Barbecue @ Kiri no Kōbō
Barbecue stands, nets, charcoal, and tongs are available for rent. *Please prepare your own food and drink.
Craftsmanship Experience
A variety of hands-on manufacturing experiences are available.
Woodworking/Leather Craft @ Kiri no Kōbō
Wooden vessels and genuine leather key cases can be made in the earthen floor space of Kiri no Kōbō. Please take your time and create your original work.
Kitchen Knife Sharpening Training @ Natural Whetstone and Hone Museum
The Museum of Natural Whetstones has 200 natural Whetstones for hands-on experience. The better the sharpness of your knives, the more delicious your food will taste. Bring your own knives.
Making your own whetstones @ Natural Whetstone and Hone Museum
You select natural whetstones from various regions of Japan and prepare the surface for your own use. You can also have them glued to a wooden board if you wish.
In addition, there are other hands-on facilities within a few minutes' walk, such as glass blowing, indigo dyeing, and bamboo crafting.
Food Experience
We offer experiences that make you feel close to vegetables.
Vegetable Harvesting and Planting Experience @ Kiri no Kōbō
We offer harvesting and planting experience of seasonal vegetables in our adjoining field. Please let us know before your stay that you would like to participate in either or both.
Pizza Baking Experience @ Kiri no Kōbō
Let's try baking harvested vegetables in a pizza oven. Freshly baked pizza eaten outside is the best.(Coming soon)
Nature Experience
.The neighborhood is full of nature
River
Hozugawa River Cruise: 15 minutes walk/3 minutes by car
Hozu River canoe/rafting: 10 minutes by car
Nanayagawa Outdoor Activity Center (camping, athletics, river play, etc.): 11 minutes by car
Climbing/trekking
Akechi crossing: 3 minutes walk to the entrance
Ushimatsuyama climbing entrance: 13 minutes walk to the entrance
Mt. Atago climbing entrance: 6 minutes walk to the forest road
Walk around
Kameyama Castle Ruins: 25 minutes walk/4 minutes by car
Atago Shrine (formerly Atago): 8 minutes by car
Waragi no Michi (cherry blossom viewing spot): 8 minutes by car
Izumo Grand Shrine: 9 minutes by car
Anadaji Temple: 13 minutes by car
Kameoka Fog Terrace: 20 minutes by car
Gallery
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Video
Facility Introduction
Our facility, experience, and we were introduced in Kameoka City Immigration Promotion Video.