Outside the architectural forms suggest traditional rural architecture.		Photos courtesy of PhotoKosuge; Kawasumi Architectural Photograph Office; Koji Horiuchi
The dominant indoor element of the hotel is the pedestrian "Village Street" ornamented with colorful and abstracted signs and murals depicting historical and contemporary elements.
Restaurants, cafes and retail areas line this street, making it a lively and gala place for both adults and children.
The architecture is scenographic.   These symbols celebrate the traditions
Its generic forms are adorned with signs. and spirit of Japanese urban and village life. Here the conventionally ordinary is made aesthetically extraordinary.