‘Tsunaagu Yado Kihē’, an accommodation facility limited to one group per day, has opened in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, and reservations are now being accepted via Rakuten Travel. To commemorate the opening, a campaign entitled ‘#A Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip at an Accommodation Limited to One Group Per Day’ is being held, offering a complimentary two-day, one-night stay. As this is an accommodation limited to one group per day, guests can enjoy a special time with their loved ones that would not be possible elsewhere.
Background to the Opening and Features of the Building
‘Tsunagu Yado Kihei’ was opened by our company—which has been specialising in bespoke homes and renovations in the Kohoku area—as part of our initiative to pass on the value of traditional Japanese houses remaining in the region to the next generation.
The property is a 135-year-old Japanese residence situated on a spacious plot of land close to Lake Biwa. Rather than demolishing the building, which had previously stood vacant, we chose to restore it. With the aim of ‘sharing our expertise in home-building through the guest experience’, we operate it as a guesthouse limited to one group per day.
Having undertaken numerous new-build and renovation projects, we have carefully incorporated modern living considerations—such as insulation, circulation and comfort—whilst preserving the distinctive character of a traditional Japanese house.
We have retained as many historical elements as possible, such as the character of the existing building and the Japanese garden, whilst redesigning the Goemon-style bath to harmonise with the structure, creating a space where everyone from children to the elderly can stay with peace of mind.
The spacious living and dining area features a combination of solid wood flooring and traditional tatami mats, creating a space where conversation flows naturally amongst family and friends.
The inn is situated approximately 2 kilometres from Lake Biwa, offering stunning views of the lake and the changing seasons. It is also an ideal base for cycling around Lake Biwa (Biwa-ichi) or touring the area. With a fully equipped garage, you can store your bicycles and motorbikes with complete peace of mind.
The Kohoku region, where the inn is situated, is an area rich in nature, featuring Mount Ibuki and Lake Biwa, whilst also retaining traces of its historical past, including historic sites such as Nagahama Castle, built by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, and the atmosphere of its historic streets. Dotted around the vicinity of the inn, within easy driving distance, are a wild bird centre, breweries where you can enjoy local Kohoku sake, and historic temples of great cultural significance.
Tsunagu Shukubai
Free 2-Day, 1-Night Stay Campaign
How to Enter
1) Follow our official account (Instagram).
2) Complete the Google Form to enter the campaign.
3) (Winners only) Post photos of your stay and your experience at the accommodation on social media platforms such as Instagram.
・Entry Period: Monday 23 March 2026 – Sunday 19 April 2026
・Stay Period｜To be arranged separately in accordance with the winner’s schedule between May and July 2026
・Winner Announcement｜Winners will be notified via direct message from us during April.
＞Instagram
＞Google Form for campaign entries
