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restorative retreat

Issue 128

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Discover how Pritzker Prize laureate Shigeru Ban designed Shishi-Iwa House No.02, a unique wood and glass retreat built around nature in Karuizawa, Japan

- Amy Van

restorative retreat

Just one hour by bullet train from Tokyo, Karuizawa makes an ideal weekend escape from Japan’s bustling capital. Tucked away in this tranquil area in the Nagano Prefecture is Shishi-Iwa House.

This boutique accommodation boasts a collection of three intimate retreats – underscored by a mastery of contemporary architecture, design and art, seamlessly intertwined with nature. All three houses are within walking distance from each other, and guests share all common facilities such as a library, kitchenettes, and a lush garden.

The first two Shishi-Iwa Houses (SSH No.01 and SSH No.02) were designed by renowned Japanese architect Shigeru Ban. They were completed in 2018 and 2022 respectively. SSH No.03 was designed by Ryue Nishizawa, co-founder of SANAA, and launched in early May 2023. These are the first hotel projects for both Pritzker Prize-winning architects. 

The property is developed by HDHP GK, a social enterprise sponsored by HDH Capital Management helmed by Singapore-based CEO Huy Hoang. His brief to the architects was to build a full scale house without using any expensive materials.

“It’s unusual to have the two very different architectural projects sitting side by side – but this allows guest to visualise them within the same retreat,” Hoang says. During the art and architectural tour, which is part of the hotel’s programme, staff will bring guests to view and appreciate the buildings. “We know that architecture is usually underappreciated but it has the power to impact emotions – just like any design work,” he adds.

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