More than just a place to stay, take a “painted journey.” A “group portrait” event is being held at a Hakone inn, where guests become part of an artwork.
Kinnotake Press release: October 16, 2025 To Members of the Press It’s not just a place to stay, it’s a journey to be “illustrated.” A “group portrait” event will be held at a Hakone inn, where guests will become part of an artwork. “Kinnotake x Contemporary Artist Takuma Tanaka” Collaboration Event Held for a Limited Time from November 14th to 16th
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-6e39e5abdc9792230efb6529cea1fe5c-2000×1334.jpg In addition to the standard portrait experience, this event will also feature a “group portrait,” where guests of your choosing will have their portraits combined into a single painting. By combining each guest’s portrait into a single piece, guests can experience it as a special piece that shares their travel memories, naturally fostering new communication and connections. The empathy and insights born through these experiences embody Kinnotake’s vision of “promoting mutual understanding among diverse people.” Through this art experience, enjoy an extraordinary experience that you wouldn’t normally get to experience on a regular trip. Event period: November 14th (Friday) to November 16th (Sunday), 2025 Venue: Kinnotake Tonosawa (250-0315 191 Tonosawa, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture / Lounge Space) Event Hours: Part 1 14:00-17:00 / Part 2 20:00-21:30 / Part 3 (next morning) 8:30-12:00 1. “Group portrait” experience
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-372d2ccd82a30b9f3dcc7475fa96d2bf-737×541.jpg This is a special project where we will create a portrait of your chosen group portrait on a single canvas. The completed group portrait can then be purchased as a print. *Due to limited seating, seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis and will be announced at check-in. Fee: Free to participate / 10,000 yen (tax included) for prints 2. “Oil painting portrait” experience
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-79aa05f05f2e09bb85ee3c87a9a45f7c-819×614.jpg We’ll paint a portrait of you, your favorite idol, your pet, or any other individual personality onto a canvas. *Pets are not allowed at the venue, but we can create a design from your photo. Price: ・F3 size (27cm x 22cm) Framed ¥35,000 (tax included) ・Thumbhole size (22.7cm x 15.8cm) 10,000 yen (tax included) 3. Artwork and Original Goods Sales
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-6cef091c59cf0ec8cd19183db8f418d0-1196×897.png Artworks and original goods, including representative works by Takuma Tanaka, will be exhibited and sold at the venue. The limited-edition tote bags feature a design that allows you to incorporate the world of art into your daily life. You can enjoy the event at home as a memento of your trip. *Prices of goods and artwork vary depending on the item. ｜”Bringing home the memories of your travels” through art Image
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-22a9ec005ba60e3a0b15395f54cbc659-2000×1334.jpg Artworks created in a spacious lounge space ▼Actual Guest Reviews “I was truly moved. I’ve never had an experience like this at any of the hotels I’ve stayed at before. It was so beautiful, and a very special moment for us. It was the first time we’d had someone draw a portrait of us, so it’s a memory we’ll cherish forever.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-054f4f8d54a9ed4a7789c76d09a93e80-474×474.jpg Artist Profile Takuma Tanaka Takuma) / Contemporary Artist Interested in “human consciousness” and “our existence” since childhood, he creates artwork incorporating a wide range of academic fields, including chemistry, economics, and psychology. His representative works include “The DNA Problem,” the “Tree Man Series,” and the “Human Sushi Series,” and he is known for his unique works that question society and everyday life. He has received international acclaim, and his work is included in the permanent collection of the Ulster Museum in Belfast, UK. Official website: https://www.takumatanaka.jp/ | Proposing a new way to travel through arts and cultural support (patronage) At Kinnotake, we offer more than just a lodging
experience; we offer a place where you can learn, experience, and take home the charm of the culture and art that Hakone has nurtured. We have created a special experience where each guest can take home a memento of their trip as a work of art. We will continue to develop memorable events for our guests, not only focusing on art experiences, but also on the local nature, food, and traditional culture. We believe that supporting arts and cultural activities is essential to fostering creativity and diversity throughout society. We will create new value for society and nurture the time spent in Hakone to be even deeper and more memorable. ｜Kinnotake Tonosawa, a ryokan blending into the nature of Hakone
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-3db2a9630cbaa8c7aef02546b58c97ef-3900×2600.jpg Exterior Image Cross the valley suspension bridge and welcome to “Tonosawa Healing Forest.” Set against the backdrop of vast nature on a site of approximately 66,000 square meters, we offer a carefully designed space that blends seamlessly into the Tonosawa landscape. Based on the concept of a “no-line resort,” the design emphasizes a sense of unity with nature, drawing no boundaries between services, space, and environment. Enjoy the ultimate relaxing ryokan experience, where you can experience the rich nature of Tonosawa with all five senses. There are 21 guest rooms in 9 types, all equipped with open-air baths. Relax in your own private space and feel at one with nature. Kinnotake Tonosawa Official HP ｜About Kinnotake Resort
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/97935/141/97935-141-cc65957106662f96227f8b240fbd06ed-2000×1333.png Kinnotake Resort began as a hot spring inn in Sengokuhara, Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture in 1947. Based on the theme of “extraordinary,” we introduced private open-air baths in 1999, proposing a new style of inn that was ahead of its time. Currently, we operate five inns and three restaurants in the Hakone area. We are also diversifying our business portfolio by embarking on new ventures such as craft beer development and opening concept inns aimed at new target demographics. Even in a changing social environment, we aim to achieve sustainable growth in harmony with local culture while preserving the unique experience value of Kinnotake. Kinnotake Resort Official HP For more information about this release Copyright ©
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