Around Miyama Thatched Roof Art Museum × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

Miyama Village Arita Residence is a private whole-house Accommodation limited to one group per day, located in “Kyoto Miyama,” where Japan’s timeless rural scenery still remains, about a 1.5-hour drive from central Kyoto City. Stay in a historic traditional farmhouse carefully restored by master temple carpenters, exclusively for one group per day. Inside, high ceilings with exposed beams create an airy, open space, while the seasonal mountain views beyond the windows invite you to forget the city bustle and enjoy truly exceptional moments. In a beautifully renovated earthen storehouse, guests can also enjoy an exclusive private sauna for a deeply relaxing and restorative experience. With space for up to 14 guests—perfect for families or groups of friends—enjoy an unforgettable stay at Arita Residence.

Private Ryokan “CASAMIYAMA.” Enjoy a truly special stay in a 115-year-old thatched-roof traditional house with an open-air bath, lovingly restored by two photographers to preserve its timeless charm while ensuring modern comfort. Inside, you’ll find serene tatami rooms, a spacious engawa veranda where you can relax while gazing out at the quiet Japanese garden, and a cozy bedroom overlooking the historic kura storehouse. The impressive attic space—where you can see and touch the traditional thatched roof—serves as a photo gallery. At the end of the day, unwind in the large hinoki cypress bath or soak slowly in the open-air bath surrounded by the calm air of the Japanese garden. We promise exceptional service and warm hospitality that you won’t find in an ordinary vacation rental. Up to 8 adults.Mountain Cabin Villa “KOYA MIYAMA.” From this cottage overlooking a traditional Japanese mountain village landscape, savor to your heart’s content the gentle beauty of Japan’s original countryside scenery. The panoramic views from inside reveal authentic rural charm throughout all four seasons. Relax in a hammock while watching goats graze peacefully in the meadow, or enjoy a BBQ in the garden. As night falls, gather around a campfire under the stars and share stories together. On rainy days, sit on the garden sofa on the covered porch and listen to raindrops echo softly through the mountains. To end your day, soak at ease in a hinoki cypress bath overlooking a small courtyard garden, or on chilly nights spend time by the warm glow of a wood-burning stove—enjoying an unhurried and comfortable satoyama getaway. Up to 2 adults.

Kyoto Miyama Town, selected as one of the Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO (World Tourism Organization). Just a 1.5-hour drive from Kyoto City, passing through a green tunnel, you will find Tsurugaoka in Miyama Town, an ultimate countryside destination that makes you think, "I want to live here someday, and keep living here." This is a traditional Japanese house Hotel, renovated for comfort while preserving its original charm, where you can experience "living here" as if returning to your hometown during your journey. For meals, enjoy the renowned restaurants in the Tsurugaoka area, known as some of the best in the vicinity. Thanks to its excellent location near the sea, you can savor dishes made with fresh seafood, mountain delicacies, seasonal ingredients, and the unique flavors of the region. We also offer a variety of experience Plans, allowing you to enjoy special moments connecting with the people and nature of Tsurugaoka in Miyama Town.

A one-group-per-day Property where you can enjoy a stay surrounded by a modern Japanese interior featuring abundant use of pine and cedar wood, as well as numerous contemporary art pieces displayed throughout the premises. "BBQ under a star-filled sky on the wooden deck terrace" "Slow food prepared over charcoal at the irori table" "Panoramic views of the Miyama countryside from the hinoki bath" "Relaxing by the wood stove while enjoying the aroma of fresh herbal tea" Experience your own moments of tranquility. In a space so comfortable and pleasant that it’s hard to believe it’s a renovated traditional house, rejuvenate your body and mind, and detox with ease.

Enishi Miyama Kagetsu, set amid the timeless rural scenery of Miyama, Kyoto, is a one-of-a-kind detached Accommodation where the beauty of a traditional thatched roof harmonizes with modern refinement. Surrender to the breeze and unwind completely in a truly restorative retreat.A serene bedroom and a pristine cypress-scented bathroom create an atmosphere of quiet elegance. The interiors blend seamlessly with the view beyond the windows, offering a soothing space that sharpens the senses. A private sauna opening onto the garden and a semi-open-air bath featuring a Shigaraki-ware tub provide an exceptional setting to reset body and mind in nature. Surrounded by fragrant hinoki and crisp outdoor air, enjoy an indulgent moment that refreshes all five senses. Embraced by Miyama’s stillness, we promise a graceful stay that brings you back to yourself.

Thatch roofing is an art form created by the ancient Japanese. "Kayabuki One-Unit Rental Property Miyama FUTON & Breakfast" offers a unique experience where you can rent an entire thatched-roof house, making it feel as if you are living in Miyama. We hope you will personally experience the charm of thatch roofing through your own senses. With this wish in mind, this property was produced by master thatch roofer Yaneharu.