kawasemi cottage is open for business!

As we greet the new year, we're very excited to announce that Kawasemi Cottage is now open for bookings on AirBnb (airbnb.com/h/Kawasemi-Cottage-Sasama and airbnb.jp/h/Kawasemi-Cottage-Sasama)!  Please check it out!!

airbnb.com/h/Kawasemi-Cottage-Sasama
Kawasemi Cottage is approximately 70 years old and its restoration is part of a larger project (SasuIchi Restoration Project: www.sasuichi.org). We aim to preserve its retro charm while finding the optimal balance of tradition and comfort.
Traditional elements include:
- TATAMI mat rooms (2 rooms, 8 mats each) with ZABUTON (traditional cushions)
- ENGAWA (veranda with sliding glass doors) at the front and back of the cottage
- SHOJI screens (made of translucent paper) that allow in light while offering privacy
- RANMA transoms (a traditional type of window above entrances)
- artwork reflecting Japanese craftsmanship, e.g. oiled-paper umbrellas
Modern comforts include:
- higher mat stools and two wooden lounge chairs for those who prefer not to sit on the floor
- four individual futons with extra padding, MUJI linens and buckwheat pillows
- option to use the sitting room for sleeping since the futons can be easily moved
- winterized glass doors surrounding the bedroom and sitting room that can be shut to retain heat or air conditioning
- air conditioning
- wall mounted heating unit (we don't use kerosene stoves)
- high speed (fiber optic) wireless internet
- fully modernized washlet toilet, washstand and shower
- mini-kitchen with fridge, hotplate, coffee maker, water boiler, and toaster oven
- stylish dishware and cookware
- complimentary coffee and local green tea
We also comply fully with Japan's strict MINPAKU regulations for smoke detectors,  fire alarms, fire extinguishers and emergency flashlight.

airbnb.jp/h/Kawasemi-Cottage-Sasama
カワセミコテージは４人まで宿泊可能です。専用のトイル、シャワー、ミニキッチンを備えています。元の建物は昭和の盛りに建てられました。70年ほど経過していますので、「サスイチプロジェクト www.sasuichi.org」というプロジェクトで維持保存しています。古い時代のレトロ魅力を残しつつ、「快適であること」とのバランスも大切にしています。設備一覧：
・八畳２間、座布団４ 、ストゥール、ラウンジチェア２
・快適な敷き布団、無印寝具、蕎麦殻枕
・障子と欄間だけではなくガラス戸もあります。 (空調はエアコンを使用。灯油は使いません。)
・「WASHLET」トイレ、新しい洗面台とシャワー
・おしゃれな食器、鍋、番傘、日本の動植物を描いたインテリアアート
・無料のコーヒーとお茶 (朝食材料--有料)
・カワセミコテージは日本の民泊法に従って火災報知機、消火器や懐中電灯を設置しています。