Rest and Rejuvenation: Unveiling the Goronekan Respite in Yamanashi
Location: Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Pref., Japan
Timestamp: 11:55・2024/03/20
Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP
31 mm ISO 100 for 1/320 sec. at ƒ/8
The Goronekan is a meticulously restored thatched-roof structure within the Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba open-air museum, in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, offers visitors a serene retreat. Additionally, it serves as an intimate venue for small concerts featuring traditional Japanese musical instruments, adding a cultural dimension to its charm.
The name itself, Goronekan, translates to "Falling asleep in one's clothes to take a nap" combined with "public building." Essentially, Goronekan serves as a respite for weary visitors, offering a place to rest and rejuvenate on traditional tatami mats or wooden floors after exploring the village's many attractions.
Perched at the highest point of the open-air museum, Goronekan treats visitors to a majestic vista of Mount Fuji, framed by the quaint thatched roofs of neighboring buildings, provided the weather cooperates.
For a deeper delve into the other activities available at Goronekan, including Google Maps links, sources, and references for further reading, check out the full write-up—a short 1-minute read (https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240320-goronekan).
The back alley behind Heiwa Street in Naha City. It seems like there aren’t many people around, but you can still feel a certain liveliness. A quiet bustling. A strange sensation. The photos are available for free download, so feel free to use them as you like.