Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture is a popular travel destination. Known as the ‘Second Kyoto,’ the city features many traditional teahouses and wooden structures that take you back to ancient Japan. It offers a perfect mix of traditional and modern architecture, as well as plenty of contemporary art galleries and museums.
In this feature, we introduce a hotel that combines a modern style with traditional Japanese minimalist interiors.
Korinkyo
Korinkyo (香林居) is an aesthetically-designed hotel with a unique vibe and relaxing, calming atmosphere. The arched entrance is eye-catching.
Lobby and Guest Room
Upon entering, you will find a perfume distillery where you can buy creams, soaps, and perfumes. Go past the store to find a warm dining area.
Arches are a major feature of this hotel. Minimalism is the guiding principle, and subtle features add a beautiful touch.
This is the cheapest room; although narrow, the interiors are elegant and the room feels spacious. The bed is below an arch as well, and a shelf is available to keep books or your charger.
Each aspect of the room is well thought out.
There are two kinds of Taiwanese tea in the room. It has a projector (no TV) for you to stream Netflix or other services.
You’ll find Taiwanese-style tea cups and snacks.
The sofa in the room is compact.
The washbasin blends modern Japanese style with a small-tiled wall that gives off a Taiwanese vibe. All hand soaps, body soaps, and lotions are by Petrichor, a unique brand available for purchase at the hotel.
The body lotion has a subtle fragrance.
Bathrooms in the smallest rooms do not have a bathtub, but you can enjoy a soak in the public bath on the top floor.
The luggage storage area near the entrance also has a robe. A simple shape that will help you relax straightaway.
The best part of staying here is a simple Taiwanese breakfast that is served on platters. The porridge transports you to Taiwan.
The hotel also has a rooftop open-air bath, a sauna, and an isolation tank on the lower floor. Visit the official website to learn more about this boutique hotel in Kanazawa.
