2009/10/13
2 months Oceania, Asia tour,
A thirty-something couple who returned to their hometown after living in Singapore for three and a half yearsinnRoad to opening
I will also introduce myself.
After returning to Japan, are you looking for a job from scratch? ,,. former workplace? different country? ! ,,,.
As the days passed, I took a breathersunlight.
"There are more shops in front of the station! Shinkyo has become beautiful!"
“The number of foreigners has increased!?”
I began to pay attention to things that I hadn't noticed before, and my feelings changed.
A foreigner is wandering around with a map. where do you want to go
The meddlesome insects make a fuss.
There is a similar scene in Singapore as well.
When we tourists are looking at the map,
"Where do you want to go?"
As an aside, if a blind person is waiting for a bus,
Sometimes the bus will accompany the person until the bus they want to ride comes.
Singapore is a multi-ethnic country.
People of different races help each other and get along well.
They are kind to foreigners. (Occasionally, there are often scenes of yelling at each other, Chinese women have loud voices.)
After stopping the car aimlessly and walking along the first road, I arrived at Kanmangafuchi.
There is an old-fashioned detached apartment
"Oh, it's a Balinese villa ^^ Wouldn't it be nice to renovate this and turn it into a hotel?"
As I was walking half-jokingly, I came to a beautiful river.
It has been 10 years since it was registered as a World Heritage site, and a lot of foreigners have come.
cheapinnThere is no...
innDo you want to do it! ? Representing Tochigi Prefecture, aiming to be a place of peace for travelers from all over the world ^ ^
My husband and I got up.
2009/11/30
Let's do a guest house! ,, even though
There is no one who runs an inn nearby,
It's just that I've stayed at cheap hotels in Thailand and Indonesia and traveled on foot, but ^^;
It can be said that that experience and the precious encounters in Singapore are moving my heart.
An unknown world like grasping the clouds...
To eliminate anxiety, first go to property search.
About a month of walking around the city of Nikko.
When I found a property that I thought would be good, I visited it like a walk-in sales... I was turned down.
First of all, there are no vacant properties. I gave up on Nikko, and I walked in Imaichi, the neighboring city.
At that time, the thing that brightened my dark feelings was
Nikko Coffee,cocoloya,analog booksIt was everyone.
2009/12/08
Even if you go to real estate and look for it,,,.
I've been wandering around the city in half-give-up mode for several days.
I finally found the rental property sign!
What a delightful property for travelers in front of the station!
Now you don't have to carry a big rucksack and open a map to find it!
Call the number provided immediately.
Then...
"I have a previous appointment, so I can talk next time depending on that person."
Ha~. There is still a long way to go.
2009/12/15
Property,,, I can't find it,,.
If you can't find a property in front of the station, give up until you find a property.
When I was in half-give-up mode, I got a call from a real estate agent.
"The previous one doesn't seem to make a contract!"
OH-
Finally, the guest house project is starting.
However, there is no precedent, so I can't ask the contractor to do a nice renovation.
Husband: “I will do the interior work!!”
“Eh”-”Have you ever worked as a carpenter?
2009/12/21
When it comes to renting a property, if it's a shop, people only come and go during the daytime.
When it comes to lodgings, there is movement in the room all night long. ?
I would like people who are familiar with architecture to see this place!
So I immediately called my friend's older brother who is a carpenter.
However, they couldn't find a date to go see it together, so they introduced me to a relative.
I'm sorry, but I'm a heavyweight of a construction company that usually deals with large buildings and public buildings! ^^;
I'm sorry to give you the drawings of Nikko's 4 rooms.
Take time to go to Nikko together.
When I heard about the Chuetsu earthquake in Niigata Prefecture, I received a request from the prefecture,
I heard that he went to see if the half-collapsed building could be rebuilt.
What a blessing! Although it has not collapsed, it is a Showa building. The old structure cannot be denied.
Arrival at Nikko.
Hit the pillars and walls, jump lightly on the floor, and watch every nook and cranny...
result
"It's a stronger building than I thought. It's okay!"
It's a relief! thank you!
So, what kind of property is it, you who think ^ ^
Show off your property!
2010/01/04
The structural issues were cleared, the image of the room was solidified, and it was time to sign the contract.
real estate agent, Collected information about the city, and gave me a very kind consultation.
It's the beginning of adult DIY.
This property with luggage left.
First of all, it's the trash in your luggage.
Full of remnants of the Showa era.
2010/01/28
Finally, I put a scalpel in the building.
Souvenirs from the Showa era,,, it's soaring.
At night, my eyes were tingling. ?
I was baptized by the owner of the building ^ ^;
2010/01/29
A helping hand for my husband who is working alone.
Former workplace seniors. Reassuring!
Nikko's winter is coming.
I'm going to put a solid insulation.
2010/02/04
Is this a mountain hut?
Open the ceiling and replace.
"If this continues, it will take until spring." A friend's older brother, a carpenter.
I was worried and came to help me.
I'm going to go up while I see it! Early work!
2010/02/06
Why don't you try painting the wall of the actual building?
I am planning a plastering workshop with a friend who works in an interior design company as a lecturer.
From 9:30 on February 7
The inn is located between JR Nikko Station and Tobu Nikko Station.
Please follow the signboard in the photo.
Men and women of all ages are welcome to join us.
2010/02/12
For two days in the midst of heavy snow,three peaksI did a plaster class under the guidance of U-kun.
Plaster has been used for the walls of storehouses since ancient times because of its excellent waterproofness and moisture absorption.
The production area is kudzu production. Local production for local consumption.
The more you get used to handling the trowel, the smoother it will be.
Marble after repeated polishing! ? The powder is so hard and shiny that it makes you think of it.
I want to grow up ~.
Everyone left their name on their part and created a beautiful wall with a taste.
Professor, thank you for participating.
2010/02/16
I registered on Twitter for the time being.
It's "Nikko_GH".
I don't really understand how to use it, but thank you!
2010/02/17
Tochigi Prefectural Route 247 (Nikko Imaichi Line).
When heading to Nikko, I tend to drive along the Nikko Highway.
This road, which runs along the north bank of the Oya River, offers a panoramic view of the Nikko mountain range.
You might feel like you're in the Alps♪
2010/02/18
I borrowed a car from my friend's brother to carry the materials.
Sunny truck long, commonly known as Sanitora.
Even though it's a 70's car, it's very well cared for.
It's a morning ritual to step on the accelerator a few times before turning the key.
Whether or not the engine starts at the first shot depends on the mood of the car.
This exchange seems fun.
It seems that this well-used building gives off a bitterness like Sanitora.
I will put my hand in my mouth.
2010/02/25
Sanitra, who should have been a pet, is not feeling well.
At times like that, G is reassuring. Carpenter's younger brother and friend since elementary school.
In a hurry, I was asked to come with some errands.
The tire was quickly removed and inspected.
Instead of thanking you, one little-known spot with the best view of the Nikko Mountains.
How is the view?
Did you see it!ad street^^. It was a winter Nikko special.
I wonder if it will be reflected in the corner of the video! ?
I watched it with a vengeance, but I didn't even scratch it.
I should have put up a sign saying "Inn is handmade" ^ ^
Rent a kimono and take a walk in Nikko, loop bus ride pass, etc.
Little by little, new ways of enjoying things increased.
When the next ad street comes, what kind of sunlight will it be?
Even when I climbed the stairs
with insulation
Keeps out the cold.
I'm curious about the silver aluminum sash...
I tried colored glass.
Homemade stained glass recipe start!
Purchase colored glass for the stained glass of your choice
Use a small amount of kerosene! ? glass cutter. It seems to reduce friction.
Hit with a hammer where you measured and made a line.
Huh!? It's not going well...
Pick yourself up and try again.
I'm going to put a wooden frame around the dimensions.
A wooden frame is attached so that the silver sash is hidden,
After temporarily fixing the place where the colored glass is to be placed...
yes! Completion ^^
It's a retro-feeling bath, but no one will enter as it is...
Fully refurbished.
Arrive at the bath!
A friend of the baseball club since junior high school,Otsuka IndustryI'm asking Mr. M to take care of the water.
I wonder who will use the first bath ^ ^
paint
every day here
Paint the dressing room...
paint the wall...
I painted the pillars.
The trick to a beautiful finish with paint is
Masking.
It is to put the tape so as not to stain other than the necessary place,
Anyone can paint this if you stretch it perfectly and apply it twice ^ ^
Recently, colorful colors and patternsMasking tapeIt seems that cute arrangements using
Various colors are lined up at the general store.
The floor of the cushion floor that I can't like.
All right! I'll put up a board.
With the introduction of a friend, I was able to obtain a solid floor material with a thickness of 3 cm!
Good material makes me feel better♪
Run♪
It's hard to match the dimensions.
Tile before installing the sink.
Adhesive is applied to the wall, and fine tiles are attached one by one.
It sticks up in no time.
Once you've applied the tile grout to the top of the tile, you're done!
I've even come up with a toilet design.
Well, what kind of image should we make?
The toilet in the store is an important place to be worried about unexpectedly.
It's not going well, angel! I swooped down.
Mr. K. The coordinator came to help me.
"Would you like to do it here as you like?"
"Are you sure?"
Draft first.
Combine some ingredients.
I will paste it.
Jean♪
Theme "Nikko mountain range"
Where are the mountains,,.
Please come and see the real thing.
She finished her big job ^^ and left for Canada.
There are so many things to decide... Whoa.
When I searched for the logo of the shop, I found this site.
http://www.ayataka.jp/kamon/
You can design your own family crest by entering your name and date of birth.
When I said "Nikko Guest House", a penguin came out ^ ^
I can also do calligraphy. Using the mouse to move the brush.
It's easy to create dynamic calligraphy like calligraphy girls ^ ^.
yes! Completion ^^
It's not a temple training.
Finish laying the floor and apply oil.
Watco oil.
A British-born paint mainly made from linseed oil.
The finish has a moist feel that blends well with the wood.
After 20 minutes of application, wipe off excess oil.
Lightly apply two coats.
The new wood was moist and had the texture of an old classroom floor.
handrail
A sloping staircase reminiscent of a slight mountain climb.
If you don't put the handrail on...
By the relationship of those who participated in the plaster class, the artistGeogakudoTo be able to ask Mr.
I'm looking forward to the finish ♪
it is complete! Please install it carefully
I painted beeswax wax and finished it.
The grain of the wood is solid, and the atmosphere of the inn is greatly enhanced.
Complete! "Witch Wand"
May the traveler enjoy the magic of travel.
tatami
Clean the tatami mats in the two Japanese-style rooms.
I asked a tatami craftsman in Nikko.
The tatami mats in the inn are quite thick, unlike the tatami mats of today.
I'm sure he's so old that I would give up my seat if I was on the train,
Lift the tatami mats and go down the steep stairs!
Seeing off the tatami mats (BGM by Donna Donna♪)
In the afternoon of the day, it is loading. Work fast!
Stepping on the tatami, going back and forth. Adjust height. This is craftsmanship!
It became a room with a new rush scent. .
mirror
Use scrap materials from when construction began to make fixtures.
Cut the wood to size, rub it with a file, paint it with stain, and do another work until it dries.
Place the mirror inside and attach it to the wall.
If you just buy a ready-made product and put it on, you can finish it in 10 minutes.
It took almost half a day. .
Making things takes time.
dressing room
Turn on the lights in the dressing room.
Make a chandelier style decoration.
When I shared the image with my friend, it turned out to be something beyond my imagination.
It seems that there is a recipe for making beads, and the number is counted and threaded regularly.
Jean♪
"Sunshine Smile"
how many carats! ? ,,. Do you need a security guard?
ceiling
I'm going to put a shizu on the ceiling.
Secure with wire and bamboo.
The end is finally in sight!
With the help of everyone at my parents' house, I carried the futon and luggage.
Mr. R, who has just become a junior high school student, is already helping out like an adult.
It's been about 7 months, including cleaning up until today.
I did my best with the support of my family and everyone around me.
The interior construction is almost over, and we are waiting for the permission of the fire department and the insurance office.
It's coming!
With permission from the fire department and public health center,
I got my business license
An adult school trip begins!
The name for the opening has been decided!
"Nikko Guesthouse Nestomiya -sumica-"
Think of travelers as migratory birds, like birds returning to their nests and setting off again.
I put the meaning of a place where people gather.
It's a difficult name.
I pulled out the kanji and archaic dictionaries I used when I was in high school (for some reason it was brand new ^^;),
Turning the page and napping zzz.
I found a shining word in such a way.
The flow of Kazuki's Yin Ichikawa is also the edge of another life
Ichiju no Kage Ichiga no Nagare Motashonoen
meaning
Taking shelter from the rain together under the shade of one tree,
Drinking together the waters of one stream,
Because it all depends on the fate from the previous life.
Oh-!
Same school, same house, same town... It's all because of the relationship.
Looking forward to some kind of relationship between travelers staying at the same inn,
Please drop by.
The weather is nice today.
Close to the view of the Nikko mountain range when you leave the station!
Everyone is visiting one after another.
Unraveling the history of Nikko, Basho Matsuo also came to Nikko.
Excerpt from verse 1 of Oku no Hosomichi
Right now, this mihikari shines in the sky,
Full of Ontaku Hakko,
It's a place of peace and tranquility for all people.
~Commentary~
The dignity of Tokugawa Ieyasu enshrined in Nikko Toshogu shines widely throughout the world,
The rich and abundant benefits will be delivered to every corner of the country,
All the scientist, farmer, industry and commerce can live peacefully and peacefully.
A house where travelers of different nationalities can spend a peaceful and relaxing time.
Do you live...
Habitat…
Sum…
An image of a bird
Nest house, it's decided!