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Kyoto’s Hidden Gem

This exclusive villa welcomes only one group per day, creating an environment where guests can disconnect from daily life and reconnect with themselves, nature, and the quiet beauty of Japan.

Duration
1 night 2days~
Group Size
1-5 people
Price
¥1,000,000~/2 person

From the moment of your welcome, guests are drawn into the world of Japan’s highest form of hospitality 'Omotenashi'.

Savor the authentic taste of Japan’s finest culinary traditions with your private chef preparing exclusively for you.

Savor fish from fresh waters surrounded by the clean air and natural beauty of Kyoto’s northern countryside.

Step away from the noise of daily life and encounter a deeper awareness of yourselves.

In the profound silence, contemplate not only the aesthetic beauty but rediscover the beauty of your inner self.

Your wellness journey begins with a deeply restorative spa experience. The spa combines traditional Japanese bathing culture with advanced European wellness design

You are invited to a sanctuary where you can discover a story that transcends the five senses, one that is uniquely your own.

Introduction

If you feel that Kyoto is too popular among tourists, this private residence offers a truly unique and authentic experience. With a history of over 250 years, this sanctuary is located in a peaceful, secluded area away from the bustle of town crowds. Featuring a beautifully preserved traditional thatched roof, an authentic irori (Japanese hearth), and a serene, exquisitely designed Japanese garden that unfolds the moment you step outside.

During your stay, you will be gently guided to awaken your senses through experiences offered from different perspectives. From refined dining that connects your body with the blessings of nature, to a refreshing spa and a tea ceremony held by a tea master, each is designed to purify both body and mind. Every aspect of your stay is thoughtfully curated with quiet elegance and a deeply rooted Japanese aesthetic, allowing you to retreat, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and regain physical and mental balance.

This is a form of luxury shaped not by extravagance, but by harmonizing with nature, authenticity, and timeless beauty, an experience entirely distinct from the secular world.

More Information

A Private Villa in Pure Serenity

Your stay will be in a beautifully crafted private villa designed for complete comfort and serenity.
The interior combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern comfort:
• Warm natural textures using handmade washi paper and Japanese timber
• Spacious beds suitable for couples or families
• A serene private atmosphere designed for deep relaxation

From your room, you can admire a carefully designed Japanese tea garden and a traditional thatched roof structure, evoking the timeless aesthetics of rural Kyoto.

Rebalance Through a World-Class Spa Experience

Professional therapists begin by gently releasing tension from your body before you enter the spa facilities featuring:
• Aromatic Hinoki (Japanese cypress) baths
• An outdoor open-air bath surrounded by nature
• Dry sauna
• Thermarium inspired by ancient Roman bath traditions

These facilities are designed to awaken the five senses, helping the body enter a deeply relaxed state where stress fades, circulation improves, and the body’s natural resilience is strengthened.

Private Dining experience prepared exclusively for you

Private culinary experience by a chef trained for many years in prestigious Kyoto restaurants creates refined Japanese cuisine in the villa kitchen using:
• Fresh seasonal vegetables from Ohara
• Premium ingredients from across Japan
• Pure Ohara mountain spring water

Each dish is carefully crafted to harmonize with the seasons and to nourish the body from within.

A Transformative Tea Ceremony Experience

In the property stands a remarkable traditional tea house built in the refined Sukiya architectural style, once favored by renowned tea masters.
The space embodies the aesthetics of wabi-sabi:
• A weathered ancient wooden pillar
• Naturally curved structural beams
• An exposed rustic ceiling

Here, an experienced tea master prepares a personalized tea ceremony designed specifically for you.

Nature and Cultural Activities

Ohara offers a peaceful world far removed from the crowds of central Kyoto.
Guests may enjoy:
• Visiting serene temples hidden among the forests
• Walking and trekking through the beautiful satoyama countryside
• Experiencing the slower rhythms of rural Japanese life

Optional activities can also be arranged, including: Fishing, Golf, Traditional farming experiences

Inclusions

2-day retreat experience and a stay at the private villa

Relaxation massage and private spa

Dinner produced by a private chef, night lounge and breakfast

Tea ceremony by a tea master

All beverages during meals, and in the refrigerator

English speaking staff and wellness planner

Round transfer from major locations in Kyoto

Languages

English

Francais

Espanol

Chinese

Korean

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