“Denpaku” is an accommodation venture based on Amami Islands that works on community development. The project’s goal is to preserve a village culture with a 750-year history while offering visitors authentic island time. At its centre is architect Yasuhiro Yamashita,...
Tucked away in the lush subtropical forest of northern Okinawa Island—part of a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site—Treeful Treehouse is a one-of-a-kind resort where comfort meets sustainability. Here, you can experience nature in its purest form without giving up...
Hakko Department is a fermentation specialty store based in Tokyo’s Shimokitazawa district. Founded in April 2020 by fermentation designer Hiraku Ogura, the store champions the rich tradition and modern evolution of fermentation in Japanese cuisine and lifestyle....
Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest is renowned as one of Japan’s most beautiful forests. Located in the town of Agematsu, this expansive national forest covers over 750 hectares and is home to a stunning grove of Japanese Kiso Hinoki trees, many of which are over 300...
