Machiya-hotel Hitoiki

[2025 - Taisho-era Machiya × Sauna × Art - A New, Exquisite Building for Private Rentals Opens] This seven-room renovated machiya hotel offers a "high-quality stay like living at home." The charm of this Edo and Taisho-era machiya, with its history spanning over 100 to 200 years, has been comfortably renovated for modern stays. All rooms feature a bathroom, kitchen/dining room, flush toilet, and bedroom. Air conditioning, air purifier, refrigerator, microwave oven, hair dryer, and amenities are also provided, making it ideal for long-term stays. In addition, two private saunas (reservations required on the day) are available, allowing you to enjoy the aromas of Shiga's unique medicinal herbs and tea leaves. ■ Guest Rooms and Building Configuration [Omotesando Building (Edo Machiya)] A tranquil stay building renovated from an Edo-era machiya. This core building offers a machiya stay and a private sauna. -Kura Building (2 rooms, can be rented out as a whole building) This building combines machiya guest rooms with a sauna building utilizing the storehouse. Ideal for families and groups looking to rent the entire building. - Tea Building (2 rooms, can be rented out entirely) A tranquil setting themed around tea culture. Like the Storehouse Building, it can be rented exclusively. [Jusanban-gai Building (Taisho Machiya)] A decentralized accommodation building renovated from a Taisho-era machiya townhouse. Located close to town, it's convenient for multiple building use and long-term stays. In addition to amenities such as exhibitions of works by young artists and a fully-reserved sauna, this is the first accommodation designed for the local area by renowned Nagahama-born architect Mabuchi. - Jusanban-gai Building A (Taisho Machiya/Entire building reserved for exclusive use, 170 sq. m) A spacious building reserved exclusively. Accommodates large groups. - Jusanban-gai Building B (Taisho Machiya/Entire building reserved for exclusive use, 169 sq. m) Similar in size to Building A, this building can also be rented exclusively. Recommended for multiple households and groups. Located within walking distance of the JR station, it's also close to supermarkets, 24-hour convenience stores, restaurants, and tourist attractions. It's easy to plan your trip even without a rental car, and the location is ideal for domestic and international solo travelers, families, and group trips. It's also close to Lake Biwa, where fireflies fly along the river and the beautiful sunsets are a sight to behold, making it easy to combine sightseeing with a quiet rest. Art pieces are scattered throughout the building, and one of the pleasures of staying here is savoring the space itself. As it's a historic building, there are limitations to soundproofing and barrier-free access, but it's an inn that suits those who want to spend a quiet time taking in the atmosphere of town.