A Kyoto state of zen

Behind the facade are stylishly understated modern buildings all conceptualised by BLINK Design, but Takagamine is the real architect here. Every line, every curve is shaped to show off the mountain in the best light. A walk from the main building to the restaurant takes you through an open courtyard with a stunning backdrop of lush forests, mirrored on the surface of a vast water basin.

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