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Immerse yourself in the culture of Mt. Fuji
in a 204-year-old mansion.
A cultural asset at the foot of Mt.Fuji at Gakurokusuien
Opening September 30th 2023 (Reservations open August 30th)
Gakurokusuien (Location: Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture)
This mansion was established 204 years ago as a branch of the Ide Honke (Ide Brewery),which has a history of about 500 years, and consists of the main building, which is a
registered tangible cultural property of the Agency for Cultural affairs, and theNagayamon gate, which is a designated tangible cultural property of FujikawaguchikoTown. The mansion is affectionately called Ide Shintaku by the locals.Here, you canappreciate the numerous works of art that have been passed down through thegenerations of the Ide family, and a combination of the historic architectural space andmodern art makes this an accommodation facility where you can experience a moment
you cannot experience anywhere else. Historical works related to Mt.Fuji are also
exhibited here so that you can fully immerse yourself in Japanese culture and Mt.Fuji
culture in this special space.
When opening Ide Shintaku as Gakurokusuien, we asked Noriko Sawayama, arepresentative of the Curation Hotel Association, to design the facility. The mansion has
been reborn as a high-value-added lodging facility with a wonderful fusion of traditional
Japanese architecture and world-class design.
About the Curation Hotel Association: https://www.curationhotel.com
Ms. Sawayama is also the president of BABID (British Association of Interior Design
Business), and the designs of Gakurokusuien, created by Ms. Sawayama and theBABID team, was awarded a prize at a global design award in London this year.
BABID (British Association of Interior Design Business): https://babid.org
Gakurokusuien is attracting the attention of designers around the world, and it is
opening on September 30th in 2023 as a rental accommodation facility limited to one
group per day.

Built in 1819 and Registered as a tangible
cultural property by the Agency for Cultural Affairs

Relocated in 1818 and Designated as a tangible
cultural property of Fujikawaguchiko Town

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About the Ide family
The current head of Shintaku Ide is the 6th generation and the
3rd generation of Fuji Lake Hotel Co., Ltd., located on the shoresof Lake Kawaguchiko. Until now, we have carefully protected
this house, which has a historical architectural style, but after
200 years, we felt that maintenance alone would be a harshreality. In such a situation, we encountered Ms. Sawayama's
completely new way of thinking about regenerating an old
private house, and we empathized with her design that breathes
new life into it while making the most of grand old things, andas a result, a wonderful space was created. Since its founding,Fuji Lake Hotel has carefully preserved and inherited the local
culture. We would like to make the most of this place,
Gakurokusuien, in order to pass on the thoughts of past
generations to future generations.

Kaoru Ide,
Representative of
GakurokuSuien

Traditional Japanese room (1st floor)
As soon as you arrive through the entrance, you will see a three-room Japanese-style
room. On sunny days, the ambient sunlight from the outdoors is pleasant, and theJapanese garden spans out in front of you. You can go outside from the Japanese-styleroom onto the wooden deck terrace. Seasonal sweets and sweets from famous local
stores are available, so enjoying the garden while drinking tea is one way to spend
your precious time. The way to enjoy this space is totally up to you. The paintings on
the wooden doors and paper-covered sliding doors are like art pieces in a museum. The
inner room is a special space where artistic designs and works of art with various
historical backgrounds are in harmony. In addition, historical and cultural works leftby generations of the Ide family, and prints related to Mt. Fuji are displayed in various
places throughout. Some of the works have deteriorated over the course of their long
history, but they have been carefully restored for viewing purposes. Please enjoy thetime to immerse yourself in Mt. Fuji culture. Finding your favorite works is one way toenjoy your stay.

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Living /dining room (1st floor)
The living room offers a combination of the beauty of traditional architecture withhand crafted beams, and art such as antique gold lighting and paintings. Please spend aleisurely time in the open space with a high atrium. As a treat from Gakurokusuien, weoffer a box of locally produced snacks. Please enjoy it during the day or with somealcohol at night. You can spend a relaxing and carefree time on the L-shaped sofa.
The dining space has a large table and eight chairs. The space is suitable for mealtimes, deskwork and meetings.This space has a TV and sound system, therefore, youcan use the space for meetings and job trainings. Internet is also available, so you canenjoy music, movies and a delightful time.

Kitchen /Bathroom (1st floor)
There is a counter table for 6 people and an open plan
kitchen. The interior-lit shoji screens give a different
impression in the morning and at night. We have alarge-capacity household refrigerator, so you arewelcome to bring your own food. Cooking heaters,cooking utensils, tableware, glasses, cutlery, and adishwasher are all provided so that you can prepare
your meals in a great environment. Please feel free to
use this space as a private dining room.
This beautiful cypress bath can take up to two people
taking showers at the same time. You can enjoy
outdoor scenery from the window, and the glassenclosed structure creates a fresh open space. Enjoy
your bathing time surrounded by the scent of cypress.
The dressing room is also equipped with a clothes
washing machine and clothes dryer, so that you canstay comfortably, even for long periods. You also havethe option of using the large public bath and private
hot spring bath at the Fuji Lake Hotel.

©Lion Photo Studio Tokyo K.K. Joji Okamoto

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Bedroom (2nd floor）
There are 3, 2 person bedrooms. Therefore, you can have your own personal spaceand feel comfortable, even for long stays. Each room has a TV and charging space.
One of the best ways to enjoy a long stay is to use different rooms on different days.
The old-fashioned, relatively low ceiling makes the space feel more secured andrelaxed. You can see Mt.Fuji from the window of your room, so how about starting awonderful day by looking up at the sacred Mt.Fuji in the sun? We recommend using
the “Workation desk” made of Japanese cypress for your morning coffee, reading, oreven deskwork.
The blinds, cushions and bed throw are carefully selected from local materials andmanufacturers. We have decorated the room with charms of the area. We are also
striving to revitalize the surrounding area and local businesses by providing
information so that if you find a product you like, you can directly access themanufacturers.

Meal/ drink service
We will prepare an assortment of appetizers that you can enjoy at Gakurokusuien.
You can choose from two types of meals: Japanese food that goes well with Sake, andWestern food that goes well with wine. Japanese Sake from The Ide Sake brewery
and wine carefully selected by our sommelier are also available for purchase, soplease enjoy the pairings. You can also make reservations for a breakfast option of
freshly baked bread at the bakery “Pan Daniel” operated by the Fuji lake hotel andbreakfast buffet in the hotel (morning and evening), and the French restaurant“PREMIER”. For those who wish to have a full-fledged meal, we will introduce
famous local restaurants. Please feel free to choose according to your prefence.
*The contents change depending on the season and stock.

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Activity
We have prepared optional activities tomake your stay even more enjoyable.
We offer enjoyable Japanese culturalexperiences planned personally;
original tours led by Mt. Fuji guides,
and other activities that can only beexperienced here in collaboration withlocal professionals.

Facility information
Address: 20-1 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi
Prefecture 401-0301
TEL: 0555-72-2211 (After September 30th 2023 )E-mail: info@gakuroku-suien.com
Website: https://www.gakuroku-suien.com
Total living space: 200 square meters
Accommodation capacity : 6 guests
Guests’ age restriction: 12 years old or overCheck IN/ OUT : IN / noon OUT / 3PM the next day
Accommodation fee: The whole building rental fee from 300,000 yen (excluding tax)
Location: About 10 minutes from Kawaguchiko Interchange(about 5 minutes on foot from the Fuji Lake Hotel)
Parking: 6 spaces
Reservation opening date: August 30th 2023 (Wed.)
Actual opening date: September 30th 2023 (Sat.)*Advanced reservations and additional charges are required for meal services and activities.
* No smoking on the premises and/or no pets are allowed (for a registered tangible cultural property)

For inquiries about this release, please contact:
1 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchikomachi,
Minamitsurugun, Yamanashi 401-0301
Gakurokusuien Opening Preparation Office【Video＆Gallery】(inside the Fuji Lake Hotel)
Public Relations Chiaki Sano
TEL: 0555-72-2212 (Temporary)E-mail: info@gakuroku-suien.com
Website: https://www.gakuroku-suien.com【Instagram】【Website】