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Thatch Roof Fuki-kae Experience

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Thatch Roof Fuki-kae Experience

Miyama is home to many traditional thatch roof houses.

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The culture of thatch roofing is not unique to Japan, and this architectural style can be seen in Europe and Scandinavia as well. There is currently an international thatch roof boom. The shape varies slightly depending on the country and region.

The thatch roofs of Miyama are characterized by soft rounded curves and a beautiful and even configuration that extends to the edge. It is necessary to do a "fuki-kae" to replace the "kaya" of the roof once every 20 years. Experience the Satoyama lifestyle through the "fuki-kae" process that is filled with the wisdom and sense of beauty of people's lives.

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  • "Kayabuki no Sato" consists of 39 thatch roof houses (Chii district, Miyama). It was selected as a national important preservation district of historic buildings along with the surrounding rice paddies and mountain forests in 1993.

    "Kayabuki no Sato" consists of 39 thatch roof houses (Chii district, Miyama). It was selected as a national important preservation district of historic buildings along with the surrounding rice paddies and mountain forests in 1993.

  • It is about 10 minutes by car to the traditional Japanese house where you will stay. The experience will be held at the adjoining dwelling.

    It is about 10 minutes by car to the traditional Japanese house where you will stay. The experience will be held at the adjoining dwelling.

  • You will learn how to create a thatch roof and the different styles in each country.

    You will learn how to create a thatch roof and the different styles in each country.

  • Some of the tools used for fuki-kae (the two tools on the left) are also handmade by craftsmen. Preferences differ slightly based on the craftsman, and it is said that some people use about 20 tools.

    Some of the tools used for fuki-kae (the two tools on the left) are also handmade by craftsmen. Preferences differ slightly based on the craftsman, and it is said that some people use about 20 tools.

  • Tightly tie a rope from the foundation pillar and fasten it firmly so the kaya does not fall out.

    Tightly tie a rope from the foundation pillar and fasten it firmly so the kaya does not fall out.

  • You will be healed by the beautiful seasonal view and the murmuring of the clear stream that flows nearby.

    You will be healed by the beautiful seasonal view and the murmuring of the clear stream that flows nearby.

Reviews

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    Claire Chang Top Reviewer

    靜謐的深山小村莊。
    每一次的造訪、都讓人心曠神怡。
    可以從京都搭車來唷～

    特色建築在於木造房屋上方的屋頂：茅葺屋
    牆身和門窗均以木板製造，完全不用釘或任何金屬物，以粗草繩來構造建築房屋。
    斜坡屋頂讓冬雪容易滑落外，茅草屋頂上還用神社才會使用的構造「千木」與「雪割」。避免雪累積在屋頂上。

    美山町的茅葺之里為北山型民家，
    建築樣式：混合上半為切妻造、下部為寄棟造的入母屋造。
    能夠日本冬季豪雪，並保有京都建築纖細美學。

    鄉村風光，非常的純樸，沒有商業行為的地方。
    這裡均是民宅，帶給人更多純樸靜謐感，也更可以想像以前的人們住在這種深山幽谷，與世隔絕的生活。
    與白川鄉合掌村、大內宿的感受不同。

    ☆一年四季風光：
    春天微風暖意，生意盎然
    夏天滿山綠意，稻米發芽
    秋天涼風吹拂，滿遍稻穗
    冬天片雪花飄，雪白靜謐

    ☆村莊裡面內也有幾家咖啡廳和小餐館唷
    カフェ美卵
    Cafe＆Gallery Saika
    Sakaya Pizza Cafe
    吉之丞（賣麵包）
    蕎麥麵 食事處きたむら（停車場旁）

  • Dan

    Upon arrival we were taken for a hands on experience and challenged to make a piece of thatched roofing. Then made a delicious Japanese style dinner together with the staff. After took a bath under one of the thatched roofs was so relaxing with the smell of the pine. Sleeping on Japanese futons was fun and really enjoyed waking to the beautiful mountains outside. Great memories.

  • Sebastien

    Making of thatched roof is unique!

  • Daphne

    It felt cozy and was great to talk as a group! The bath area was comfortable and great to relax.

  • LaurierTiernan

    The sushi workshop was wonderful, sleeping in an antique Japanese house was great (there are too many houses with man-made materials - like plastic - in Japan) and I really liked having access to the local beers in single-serving brown glass bottles.

Experience information

Name of facility
Miyama E I S A
Name of experience
Thatch roof craftsman experience with accommodation
Address
52 kitsuneiwa, Miyamachoshima, Nantan City, Kyoto 601-0751
Telephone number
0771-75-5125
Business Hours
Check-in after the experience
Check-in: 3:00 p.m., Check-out: 10:00 a.m.
*Schedule confirmation required (180 minutes for the thatch roof experience)
Closed
No holidays
Cost
From 26,000 y
en
*The accommodation cost varies depending on the length of stay and reservation period
Payment methods
Cash or credit card (VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB, UnionPay)
Number of guests accepted (groups)
2-10 people
Multi-language support
Available
Official Website
Official Website(English)
Notes
*The kaya may adhere to your clothes (it is best to wear casual clothes that can get dirty)

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