Published date: March 15, 2025
Hotels are no longer just for sleeping.
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Experience of the stay
The HafH Travel Week, held from March 5th to 9th, 2025. As the base, I entrusted myself to the node hotel.
"A hotel like the residence of an art collector"—this phrase is evident in every corner of the place. The entire space is imbued with the breath of art, and the aesthetic sense, calculated to perfection, is felt in every piece of furniture and dishware. A quiet and sophisticated world, just a step away from the bustling noise of Kyoto. Here, even time seemed to flow elegantly.
For travelers, a hotel is often just a place to sleep. However, node hotel is different. From the moment you step in until the instant you fall asleep, everything becomes an "experience." The time spent dialoguing with the art adorning the walls elevates a mere stay to an experience of art appreciation.
On the welcomed morning, the table displays a carefully selected array of bread and a one-plate meal lavishly adorned with Kyoto's rich ingredients. The exquisite taste, pleasing to both the eyes and the palate, deepened the aftertaste of the journey.
For those who know the classics of Kyoto or those who want to encounter Kyoto for the first time, node hotel may be a place that gently opens a new door to Kyoto.
Experiences during the trip
"The finale of the journey is a Kyoto French dish and a fragrant drink."
After leaving the hotel, I headed to a special lunch event to celebrate the final day of the HafH Travel Week. The venue was the fusion French restaurant "Le Confluent" at the HafH partner facility Agora Kyoto Karasuma. Within a sophisticated setting, French cuisine infused with the essence of Kyoto was served.
Gathering with fellow participants, we reflected on the HafH Travel Week, sharing memories and exchanging information. The French cuisine provided during this luxurious time was simply a beautiful work of art for both the eyes and palate. The delicate presentation, the vibrant colors typical of Kyoto, and the flavors that surprised with each dish all seemed to enrich this journey's conclusion.
And a subtle sense of transgression while sipping wine in the daytime. Immersed in the aftertaste, I strolled to GOODMAN ROASTER a few minutes away in search of post-meal coffee.
As I opened the door, the aroma of roasted coffee wafted in. The baristas moved gracefully behind the counter, and the pleasant buzz filled the store. And if you listen closely, you'll notice many guests from abroad, creating an illusion of being in a foreign café while traveling.
An afternoon spent with delicious food, conversation, and a cup of coffee. The end of the journey unfolded slowly, savoring every moment, like a scene from a movie.