BON-MAL ZEN BON-MAL ZEN

Area
Chiba
Access and surrounding information
Access and surrounding information
Hospitality Concept Focused on Five Senses and Comfort
A private rental house set on elevated ground in Kamogawa City, Chiba, less than a two-hour drive from central Tokyo, surrounded by a rich natural environment. In addition to seaside attractions such as Kamogawa Sea World and nearby beaches, the area also offers rural landscapes like Oyama Senmaida. The guesthouse features a refined space that blends Japanese and modern design, with extensive use of hinoki wood. Careful attention extends to the selection of furniture and tableware, each with its own background. A semi-open-air bath is also provided, allowing direct connection with Kamogawa’s natural surroundings within a private setting.

Guest Room

Earthen Floor Dining Crafted with Thoughtful Design Details

Upon entering, the earthen-floor dining space designed for gathering welcomes guests with a modern aesthetic. Tableware by ceramic artists and carefully selected furnishings contribute to a refined atmosphere. The absence of a television supports an environment where time can be spent in quiet conversation.

Doma Table Setting Framed for Memorable Time Together

The comfortable earthen-floor dining space offers a setting for a variety of moments, from enjoying drinks with music to spending quiet time, reading, or working. Its relaxed atmosphere supports unhurried time with close companions.

Room Set for Calm, Unhurried Indoor Retreat

An open tatami room intentionally left unfurnished creates a spacious setting for quiet rest, extending to a wood deck from the engawa with views of Kamogawa’s natural landscape and the distant sea

Bedroom Preserving a Nostalgic, Timeworn Atmosphere

The bedroom, furnished with two single beds, features hinoki wood flooring paired with shoji screens and fusuma doors, creating a space with a nostalgic atmosphere. Natural morning light filters in, contributing to a calm and refreshing start to the day.

Cuisine

Dinner Featuring Seasonal Flavors from Kamogawa

Evening dining options include a choice of main dish between grilled kinmedai with salt and teppan-grilled Kazusa wagyu, alongside a "Local Cuisine Delivery Set" catered by neighborhood eateries and a "Visiting Chef" service in which a chef arrives to prepare the meal on-site.

Curated Guide to Nearby Food Shops and Restaurants

Guidance is available for nearby food shops for those who plan to cook, as well as restaurant recommendations for dining out. Optional offerings include access to a beer server "Tap Marche," allowing craft beer to be enjoyed on-site.

Customizable Dining with Chosen Plates and Glassware

An optional breakfast set is available in collaboration with a local dining establishment, offering a choice between Japanese and Western styles. Meals can be enjoyed using the provided tableware, selected according to preference. A welcome sweet is also offered at check-in.

Facility

Semi Open Air Bath Designed to Soothe All Five Senses

A semi-open-air bath allows direct connection with the natural surroundings of the Kamo River by opening the window. Soaking while listening to birdsong creates a calm, sensory experience shaped by the environment. The open setting offers a sense of connection with the river, providing a quiet atmosphere removed from everyday routines.

Guesthouse Aiming for Consistent Hotel Grade Standards

"BON-MAL ZEN" is designed as a private rental with the feel of a hotel-quality setting reminiscent of a scene from a film. In addition to providing a refined stay, it draws on local connections to accommodate guest requests as much as possible.

Location

Place to Experience Kamogawa’s Nature History and Culture

Set on a quiet hilltop reached beyond scenic terraced rice fields shaped by the land, this property offers a setting connected to Kamogawa’s nature, history, and culture, making it suitable as a base for a thoughtful, immersive stay. The surrounding landscape shifts with the seasons, creating a calm environment for a refined stay.

"Do Nothing" Retreat Stay for Quiet Seclusion

After checking in at 3:00 P.M., time can be spent walking through the surrounding satoyama landscape before dinner, or reading while listening to music by the fireplace. The wood deck also provides a setting for enjoying a drink while taking in the view at a relaxed pace.

Information

BON-MAL ZEN
Chiba

  • Address
    1170 Kawashiro, Kamogawa City, Chiba

    Access

    Train: 15 minutes by car from Awa-Kamogawa Station on the JR Sotobo and Uchibo Lines; Car: 60 minutes from Tateyama Expressway Kimitsu IC
  • TEL
    +81-4-7096-6003
    Please inform the staff that you found us through "Tabiiro."
  • Official Website
  • SNS
  • Check In/Out
    check-in
    3:00P.M.
    check out
    11:00A.M.
  • Basic fee
    Please visit the official website for details.
  • Bath information
    Semi open-air bath
  • Staying Plan
    Please visit the official website.
  • Room with Open-Air Bath
  • Private Bath
  • Open-Air Bath
  • Non-Smoking Room
  • In-Room Dining
  • Spa
  • Pets Allowed
  • Under 20 Rooms
  • Solo Travelers Welcome
  • Gourmet Cuisine
  • Unique Architecture
  • Accessible
  • Pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Hot Spring
  • Natural Hot Spring
  • Public Bath
  • Free Shuttle
  • Childcare Facility
  • 5 min from Station
  • No Children Under 12
  • Golf Course
  • High-Speed Internet
  • Room Service