SUMITSUGU HOUSE WEST, Kumamoto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Entire House Rental
Sumitsugu House West is a 60-year-old wooden single-story house renovated for exclusive use. It features a dining table, sofa, balcony, parquet floors, and a flat-screen TV. The kitchen includes a washing machine, electric kettle, and cookware. The property blends original Japanese fittings like shoji screens with modern systems.
Pottery Experience Available
Guests can book a pottery experience to create a future capsule and figurine using the tatara technique. The process spans multiple days and includes forming, decorating, bisque firing at 750-780°C, glazing, and final firing at 1230-1280°C. Finished pieces are mailed to your home approximately three months later.
Kumamoto Castle Proximity
The property is 3.5 km from Minami Kumamoto and 20 km from central Kumamoto. Nearby landmarks include Kato Shrine (1 km), Lafcadio Hearn's Former Residence (1.5 km), Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto (1.5 km), and Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Center (1 km).
Local Fruit Delivery
Guests can order seasonal fruit assortments from Kumamoto Prefecture for delivery to the house. The assortment costs 3000 yen for approximately three servings. Orders must be placed by 4 PM on the day of arrival or at booking time. Payment is handled onsite.
Community Gathering Space
The house operates with a large table in the living area to encourage group interaction. It is also available for hourly rental for local home parties. The name Sumitsugu House reflects the concept of 'inheriting and connecting dwelling spaces.'
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor