Japan's original "satoyama" landscape. In Ayabe Oku-Kambayashi, untouched nature paints beautiful scenes during each season.
Due to the aging and declining population, the charm of Kambayashi is disappearing. But we believe in the beauty and history of the area and have developed a wide range of activities, such as renovating old private homes to operate lodging facilities, offering various experiences highlighting nature, agriculture, and forestry. We are helping to build local communities and promote the region. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, we are a place of healing where the heart can unwind. We hope that this place will become a new home for visitors.
Yasuhira Shogo安平 章吾
Born in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
Moved to his wife’s hometown of Maizuru City (Kyoto)
Retired from Kyoto Prefecture in 2021 and joined Shimakikai the following year.
Involved in the overall business as business manager.
Enjoys coffee and serves home-roasted beans at Nioh no Sumika.
Yamashita Kyohei山下 恭平
Born in Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture
After playing in a band in Tokyo, he traveled across the Eurasian continent from Russia to Portugal in 101 days with a guitar in his hand.
After returning to Japan, in addition to live performances, he currently works as a nature guide, using his love of insects and knowledge of nature to teach children about the appeal of nature activities.
Fukui Yuki福井祐貴
Born in Kyoto City
Engaged in the management of Nioh no Sumika, focusing on his specialty of customer service, in addition to farm work and work as an all round handyman.
His parents are from Oku-Kambayashi, and his desire to be involved in regional development led him to participate in Shimakikai’s project in Oku-Kambayashi.
Ikuno Atsuko生野 敦子
Born in Joyo City, Kyoto Prefecture
Moved to Oku-Kambayashi in 2013
Atsuko serves homemade home-style dishes with love, using local ingredients and additive-free seasonings to provide local people with food they can eat with peace of mind. In addition to cooking, she is also in charge of designing desserts, drinks, and other food creations.
She is also an active felt artist, holding regular classes as well as a solo exhibition in Ayabe City every year.
