Shizuoka, JapanMariko
Izumigaya Crafts Inn Waraku - Front Office
Restored artisan inn
Restored artisan inn
Renovated century-old folk houses make up an intimate village, putting traditional Shizuoka woodcraft and ceramics into everyday use.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Suruga bamboo latticework and breakfast served with Mariko's historic grated yam soup.
Notable
Restored century-old timber structures set with regional craft fittings and modernist chairs.
Notable
A century-old post-town kominka along the historic Tokaido route, with preserved earthen floors.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
displays traditional craftsmanship in a series of renovated historic structures. A village-like layout lends each unit an extra measure of privacy, and tranquility is the order of the day;
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Mariko was once an Edo-era post town along the Tokaido highway. Craft workshops at Takumishuku sit right next door.
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The rooms
Five detached villas have private saunas scented with green tea. Each includes cypress hot and cold plunge baths.
The sauna and baths
Benches in the cedar sauna look onto the garden. Outside, hot baths sit beside cold plunge basins.
At the table
In-room breakfast brings Shizuoka oden and seasonal dishes, served on tableware crafted in neighboring workshops.
How it began
The main building operated as a regional folk craft shop named Waraku from 1963, long before its modern restoration.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.