Published date: April 27, 2025
Discovering Extraordinary Moments Just Next to Everyday Life in "Planned Runaway"
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
沖縄で暮らしていたある時期。
「旅でもなく、旅行でもなく、ちょっとだけ逃げるように日常を抜け出したい」──そんな気持ちから選んだのが、北谷にある AIEN COFFEE & HOSTEL（アイエン コーヒー＆ホステル） でした。
“計画的家出”と自分で名付けたこの滞在は、気軽に、だけど深く自分を見つめ直すような時間に。
今日はその思い出を、ゆったりと綴ってみたいと思います。
“逃げ場所”にも“帰り場所”にもなるような、優しい宿でした。
旅じゃなくても、旅行じゃなくてもいい。
心の声に耳をすませて、「今日はここに泊まりたい」──そう思える場所に出会えたことに、感謝です。
Experiences during the trip
First stop in Chatan: American Village
Since I came all the way to Chatan, I headed to the familiar American Village. With colorful buildings along the coast and an atmosphere that feels somewhat foreign, I felt my spirits lifting just by taking a stroll, despite it being a tourist spot.
Fluffy Pancakes at Seaside Cafe Hannon
I had been wanting to try the pancakes at Seaside Cafe Hannon in American Village. They were incredibly fluffy and simply melted in my mouth. Enjoying them in front of the beautiful blue sea made me feel like the extraordinary was starting right there.
Check-in at AIEN and Workspace in the Attached Cafe
In the afternoon, I finally checked into my “escape spot,” AIEN COFFEE & HOSTEL. It’s a hostel with natural wood interiors that exudes a pleasant atmosphere. The café space, which is open for anyone to use, was peaceful with good background music and drinks, making it a perfect place for a relaxing work session. The Wi-Fi and power points were great, making it an ideal spot for getting some work done.
Chill Time with Campfire Videos in the Dormitory
At night, I had some alone time in the dormitory bed. By lowering the lights and watching campfire videos on my smartphone, I was strangely put at ease, as the soft crackling sounds filled the space. It felt like a significant reward to have a moment to just be there and think, "It’s okay to just be here."
Morning at FELIZ COFFEE
The next morning, I returned to American Village for breakfast. I headed to FELIZ COFFEE to enjoy the morning. I chose a toast breakfast paired with specialty coffee. In the bright and quiet café, I savored the feeling of starting my day slowly.
Relaxing by the Sea at Junglila Cafe
To wrap up my trip, I visited Junglila Cafe, situated right by the sea. Enjoying a drink at the terrace while feeling the ocean breeze was like a reset moment, clearing my mind. Although it was supposed to be a "planned getaway," it felt like I found a