Genkan entrance

An inviting ‘genkan’ (entrance) of a traditional Japanese machiya house. We love the atmosphere that these 'genkan' create when warmly lit by the sun. This traditional machiya townhouse is located near the Asano River & Kazue Chaya Tea District in Kanazawa, Japan. Rent this entire Japanese townhouse during your next visit to Japan. MACHIYA RESIDENCE INN Kanazawa - 'Kurohoro' Machiya House

"Discover the significance of the genkan, or entrance hall, in Japanese homes. Learn about the cultural custom of removing outdoor shoes before entering, a practice that may surprise visitors. Explore the features of a typical Japanese genkan and where else you might encounter them beyond homes in Japan.

Welcome and join us on this multicultural journey through these Asian-style foyer ideas. Be amazed and inspired to give your own home a unique and cultured welcome that only an Asian-style foyer can provide.

Genkan (玄関) are traditional Japanese entryway areas for a house, apartment, or building—something of a combination of a porch and a doormat.[1] It is usually located inside the building directly in front of the door. The primary function of genkan is for the removal of shoes before entering the main