富士の麓のユニークな古民家建築で、日本文化も体験出来る宿

Here at Hakuzean, you can enjoy both cultural and natural activities.  The Hakuseian Annex is a 100-year-old Japanese-style sukiya-style minka (traditional Japanese house), where you can experience Japanese cultural activities such as tea ceremony, calligraphy, flower arrangement, and incense ceremony,  In addition, zazen and sutra copying are available at the adjacent Ichijyo-ji Temple. As for nature experiences, the mountain is 1,785 meters above sea level, and more than 10,000 climbers enter the mountain every year, Fuji, which is popular for its spectacular view of Mt. In addition to agricultural experiences, we also offer a variety of seasonal events.

Historic town and inn

Nishikatsura City, which is the climbing gate of Mount "Reizan" or also known as "Mitsutouge", has a prosperous history as a textile industry city. There is a legend that "about 2022 years ago today, Xu Fu, an ancient Chinese explorer, was ordered by Emperor Qin Shi Huang to search for the elixir of immortality, and arrived at the foot of Mount Fuji. He then taught weaving techniques in this area." According to the discoveries of recent years, the connection between the Yamato Empire and the mainland has been proven, and it is also possible that one day Xu Fu's footsteps will be revealed. Let us imagine the romance of ancient history.

The first written record of this literature is in the "Engishiki" (a collection of laws from the mid-Heian period enacted in 927), stating that "Kai provinces must be paid for with cloth". After that, it is said that kai silk began to be produced from silk from trade with western countries. In the Edo period, the name of the textile production area became known throughout the country, and production peaked during the Meiji period. At a time when the textile industry was booming, every home had a water wheel. Hence, lining Fuji Street on either side are waterways, both in the courtyard and inside the house for the purpose of running the waterwheel. This is a town with a long history as a textile production area, and this inn is a trace of that history.

Building renovation

Wanting to preserve such a beloved Japanese-style building, we commissioned Shunsuke Imai to renovate the warehouse 20 years ago. Mr. Imai is an architect who has created creative and ingenious works for each building under various difficult construction conditions. The small warehouse was jacked up 1.5 meters to accentuate the view of Fuji, and the curved exterior walls were finished with concrete to cover the warehouse. The building is a unique accommodation facility where visitors can enjoy innovative Japanese architecture that combines old private homes and modern architecture. This time, it will be further renovated and opened as an accommodation facility in October of this year. How will it be renovated? Please look forward to it.

Origin of the name "Hakasean"

The origin of the building name "Hakasean" is, "Haku" comes from "Hakuai" which means to love widely and fairly. It also means "connected to and loved by people around the world". Born and raised here, interacting with people all over the world, being loved and loved by many. The name also has the meaning of our wish, which is "May this inn be a place that is loved and remembered by many people around the world".

Contribution to society

By staying here, a portion of your stay will be donated worldwide to people in distress, whether they are local, Japanese or from other countries. We will donate 10% of the net profit. This is done only if there is a profit, and we will report annually on August 19th on our website.

Experience modest Japanese culture

The inn has several flower vases of different shapes. Would you like to pick the flowers of the season (each season is different) and try to create your own arrangement? Part of Japanese culture is "Ikebana", which literally means "bringing flowers to life", or the art of flower arrangement. It is closely related to the architecture of traditional Japanese houses called "Shoinzukuri". Let's experience "Ikebana" firsthand in a traditional Japanese house and feel the nuances. As the famous words of Dazai Osamu's "Fugaku hyakkei", saying that "Mount Fuji is perfect for chrysanthemums", you can take photos of the majestic Mount Fuji from outside the inn, with your own personal ikebana work. And we would be very happy to share the photo of the moment on our website page.

Dialogue with the moon and stars in the night sky

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Facilities

Room type	Entire house for rent (Japanese-Western style room)
Area	95 ㎡
Capacity	1 to 8 people
Floor number	Second floor
Bed	Semi-double (120cm x 195cm) x 2
Floor plan	Japanese-style room, bedroom, powder room, toilet with washing function, veranda
Amenities	Toothbrush, razor, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, face towel, bath towel, bath mat, mineral water
Facility	Bath, toilet, kitchen, stove (IH cooking device), microwave, tableware, kettle, simple cooking utensils, refrigerator, portable Wi-Fi, bicycle
Parking	Yes / There is a parking space for one car closest to the facility. If you have more than one car, we will guide you to a parking lot a few hundred meters away. (There is also a free parking lot for visitors nearby.)

There are two semi-double beds in the first floor bedroom, futons for four in the second floor bedroom, and futons for two in the first floor living room. There is pocket Wifi so you can use the internet. There is a kitchen, as well as dishes, a refrigerator, a microwave and an electric kettle, so it is suitable for long-term stays. There is also a hair dryer and towels are provided so you can rest assured.

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