Recently when we visited the city of Shimoda to look at some recycle shops we stopped at this beautiful place for some lunch. I've shared the black and white pattern known as namakokabe on another visit here. I just can't get enough of this traditional architectural design that can be seen on many buildings and homes throughout the Izu Peninzula.
This family run business was a Japanese Inn but has since changed to a cafe.
Of course I just had to take a photograph from every angle!
Here is the entrance as you walk in with large flat rock pavers and gravel. Beautiful!
It was quite busy inside with every table taken, so it seemed inappropriate to be flashing the camera around like a crazy foreigner while everyone was eating! It's quite the tourist attraction in the area that's for sure! It has the typical exposed wooden support beams that are impressive to see holding up this building which is more that 100 years old.
In an upcoming post I want to share with you something that I never thought I'd get a chance to experience and it is something to do with namkokabe.
More next week....
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