Kanazawa has been selected as a "Best of the World 2025";
"the 25 best places in the world to travel to in 2025" by National Geographic,
one of the world's most famous travel publications.
Enjoy your stay at Kotone, Kanazawa.
Concept
A traditional Kanazawa townhouse to stay,
located in Kanazawa city, Ishikawa.
While maintaining the form of "Kanazawa machiya", a traditional townhouse style in Kanazawa city, the house is equipped with world-class facilities and amenities.
Step into a unique space where Japanese and Western aesthetics blend seamlessly. Enjoy a serene stay while immersing yourself in Kanazawa’s culture.
■ Travel time from major attractions
Higashi Chaya tea house district (6 mins walk)
Omicho fish market (8 mins walk)
Kenrokuen Garden (17 mins walk)ROOMS
A Japanese-style space surrounded by sand walls and the scent of wood. The warmth and serenity of the natural materials weave together to soothe the soul and create a luxurious atmosphere. The meticulous design and high quality interior harmonize to create a sophisticated atmosphere where you can enjoy a comfortable time.
Regalia mattress "Grandeur V" was designed to provide the ultimate comfort and support for a relaxed deep sleep.
There are western bed room and Japanese-style bed room.
You can sleep in the room of your choice depending on your mood.
- Bed
- Regalia mattress "Grandeur" (wide double long size)
- Futon mattress at Japanese style room
- Airweave Futon matress
- Pillows
- Hitsuji pillow (pillow that you don't need to count sheep to fall asleep)
- Sofa
- French brand Cinna "Pukka"
SPA
Equipped with a large indoor and outdoor bath, which is rare for a single-building rental, you can enjoy the bath in your own private space as much as you like at any time of the day. Please enjoy a luxurious time in a combination of ancient elegance and modern comfort.
Indoor bath
The spacious bathroom has been carefully designed for a luxurious experience. Stone and wood blend harmoniously, and indirect lighting enhances the atmosphere. The skylight provides a view of the starry sky, while the garden-viewing window offers a serene view of the Japanese garden, creating an indoor bath where you can relax both body and soul.
Open-air bath
A round semi-open-air "hinoki (cypress)" bath stands in the inner garden, bringing the warmth of natural wood. Spacious bath offers a luxurious moment to enjoy the snow-covered garden and gentle breeze.
Amenity
Kotone offers a full range of selected amenities. Currently, we stock limited edition THREE skincare products that are organic skin and made with domestic ingredients. Enjoy an extraordinary healing experience. For shampoo and conditioner, we have selection of “Aujua”, a hair salon exclusive from Milbon, one of Japan’s leading hair care brands. Please use the one that suits your hair type.
FACILITIES
Experience the harmony of tradition and modernity in Kanazawa. Step into a unique space where Japanese and Western aesthetics blend seamlessly. Enjoy a serene stay while immersing yourself in Kanazawa’s culture.
Located in a designated preservation area for historical townscapes, this fully renovated early-Showa townhouse stands in the heart of a historic samurai district.
Inner garden
The courtyard garden was created by Yoshiro Nonoichi, who was selected as a “Contemporary Master Craftsman” by the government and was in charge of landscaping at Kanazawa Station, Kenrokuen Garden, and other tourist facilities. The garden, with its traditional Japanese beauty, will calm your mind and free you from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Kitchen
A kitchen space located in the middle of the “Tori-niwa” (doma), a passageway that extends from the entrance to the inner garden—one of the defining features of Kanazawa machiya.
A harmonious fusion of traditional lattice-style design and striking modern equipment creates a unique culinary experience.
Tableware includes "Kutani ware", a traditional Ishikawa craft, and from ARAS, a local Ishikawa tableware manufacturer.
Lighting
The “Raymond” lighting is produced by the Dutch interior brand moooi. This lighting, created with unique technology, harmonizes beautifully with Japanese modern spaces. The iconic star-like spherical design brings a distinctive presence to the space.
Washbasin
Water cascades down over the stylish natural stone basin, adding a sense of refinement to the house. European design blends seamlessly with the Japanese traditional Machiya-style, highlighting an elegant harmony.
Floor plan of Kotone
1F
2F
- Check-in
- 3 p.m.
- Check-out
- 10 a.m.
- Wi-Fi
- Installed (free)
- Floor area
- 107m²
- Facilities
- Indoor and outdoor baths, kitchen, air conditioning, flat screen TV (Netflix available), free Wi-Fi, washing machine, humidified air purifier, Electric kettle, microwave, rice cooker, hair iron (for straightening and curling), hair dryer, speakers, desk
- Language
- Japanese, English
- Food
- Dinner is not included in the package.
- Bringing your own food and beverages
- Possible. A fully equipped kitchen is available.
- Luggage storage
- Possible (with charge)
- Credit cards
- VISA, Master, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, Discover, E-money (Suica etc), QR code (PayPay, Alipay, WeChat Pay etc)
- Cancellation
- In case of cancellation, the following cancellation fees will be charged according to our Terms and Conditions.
Date of stay, 1 or 2 days prior: 100%; 3 to 7 days prior: 50%.
Please note that a separate cancellation fee may be charged depending on the date of stay.
Options
If you prefer, you can select these options when booking online.
Koto (Japanese harp) experience class
Through Koto (Japanese harp), you have opportunity to experience Japanese culture and history. You can learn in a private and relaxed environment without interacting with others. This is a special experience that can only be had at Kotone.
MMM Samgyetang by Home Kitchen Pharmacy
This tasty chicken soup is rich in nutrients, with the gentle flavor of slow-cooked whole chicken and the rich extract of ginseng. Containing high quality protein and fat, it is highly nutritious and easy to digest, warming the body from the inside out. The whole chicken is carefully hand-rolled and the skin and bones are removed, so it can be served just by heating it up.
Access
13 minute walk from Kanazawa Station
■ From Komatsu airport
Travel time: 50 mins
Komatsu airport (Airport bus) --> JR Komatsu station (train) --> JR Kanazawa station (taxi) --> Kotone
■ By train
Travel time: 155 mins
[From Tokyo] JR Tokyo station (Shinkansen train "Kagayaki") --> JR Kanazawa station (taxi) --> Kotone
Travel time: 165 mins
[From Osaka] JR Osaka station (Express train "Thunderbird") --> JR Kanazawa station (taxi) --> Kotone
■ By car
Travel time: 20 mins
[From Toyama] Nearest IC: Hokuriku Expressway Kanazawa Higashi I.C. --> Route 159 --> Kotone
Travel time: 30 mins
[From Fukui] Nearest IC: Hokuriku Expressway Kanazawa Nishi I.C. --> Route 8 --> Kotone
We will guide you to the dedicated parking lot (free of charge)
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