A new outdoor hub in harmony with Kyoto’s nature is born – “Wood Design Park Kyoto-Irodori” scheduled to open in spring 2026

A new outdoor base in harmony with Kyoto’s nature is born – “Wood Design Park Kyoto-Irodori-” scheduled to open in spring 2026 ​
Wood Design Park Co., Ltd. Press release: July 8, 2025 A new outdoor base in harmony with Kyoto’s nature is born ── “Wood Design Park Kyoto-Iro-” is scheduled to open in spring 2026 Utilizing the rich nature and tourist traffic of the Keihanshin area, construction is currently underway to create a next-generation outdoor experience facility that combines accommodation, BBQ and activities. The aim is to create a sustainable tourism resource that makes use of local culture.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45400/715/45400-715-444219fad9473bbbcd60a82e903bc828-1098×777.jpg Wood Design Park Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture; CEO: Daiki Suzuki), which operates outdoor facilities such as barbecues and glamping throughout the country, is planning to open a new integrated outdoor resort, “Wood Design Park Kyoto -Iro-“, in Kyotanabe City, Kyoto Prefecture in spring 2026. This will be the second store in the Kansai region, following the Wood Design Park Yoi store in Shisō City, Hyogo Prefecture.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45400/715/45400-715-bf2b20d9ea4bbe628aeb33074fae5381-1856×863.jpg ■ Nature and the suburbs, an outdoor complex attracting attention in Kansai The facility is being developed by renovating the existing facility, utilizing the site of the Kyotanabe City Outdoor Activities Center (formerly Ryuo Children’s Kingdom), which is scheduled to close in March 2025. Taking advantage of the location with excellent access from Kyoto City, Osaka Prefecture, and Nara Prefecture, it will be designed with the concept of “a new outdoor experience where nature and the city are in harmony.” The site area is vast, exceeding 40,000 square meters, and we are planning to develop a facility that will contribute to sustainable tourism and urban development by utilizing local resources. 【Facility Overview】 Name: Wood Design Park Kyoto-Iro- Structure and size: Administration building (2-story reinforced concrete structure), BBQ site (steel frame, partially wooden), training building (steel frame), villa (wooden), others (kitchen area, outdoor toilets, etc.) Location Address: 9-1 Ryuodani, Osumi, Kyotanabe City, Kyoto Prefecture, 610-0343, Japan Number of rooms: 5 villas, 8 hotel rooms Facilities: Hotel and villa accommodation, barbecue site, cafe & bar lounge, camping site, outdoor sauna, observation deck, playground area, activity course, training building, processing plant Site area: Approximately 39,700 square meters (current facility area 13,200 square meters development and utilization area 26,500 square meters) Construction period:
Construction to commence in May 2025, scheduled for completion in March 2026 Opening (planned): Early spring 2026 (Reservations will begin around December 2025) Design and construction: Nikka Home Co., Ltd. Operator: Wood Design Park Co., Ltd. ■ A complex space that combines accommodation, BBQ, and activities “Wood Design Park Kyoto-Iro-” utilizes renovated existing buildings and offers a variety of stay styles, including villas, hostels, and campsites. It is being developed as an “experience-based park where you can stay,” combining an all-weather BBQ building, an outdoor kitchen area with a pizza oven, woodworking, cycling, a sauna, and an observation deck. ○ Villa/bungalow-style private accommodation (with loft, accommodating 2-6 people) ○ Casual hotel accommodation (accommodating 1-4 people) that can be used as a base for your trip ○ All-weather BBQ building that can be used even in rainy weather (bring-in and ingredients provided) ○ Cafe lounge that can be used as a coworking space and lunch ○ Hands-on activity area with pizza ovens, woodworking, athletics, etc. ○ Detox space to revitalize your mind and body in nature with a meditation observation deck and private sauna ○ More than 10 forest campsites surrounded by nature (shared showers, kitchen, outdoor toilets available) The facility is surrounded by a natural landscape that does not give the feeling of being in an urban area, allowing you to spend an extraordinary time forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city. A rich natural environment where wild birds such as shrikes, warblers, and pheasants live, as well as small animals such as raccoon dogs and squirrels, and the changing nature of the seasons calms the minds of visitors.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45400/715/45400-715-248d3d3feaf31b4f0f710a54a30d3662-1098×777.jpg BBQ area where you can bring your own food and ingredients. A fire pit is set up in the center of the stylish octagonal site.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45400/715/45400-715-1aee01f09ef2e3c10d6bfdb36b38abaf-1098×777.jpg Around the reception (image) ■ Co-creation with the local community and responding to inbound and tourism demand In the future, we plan to offer a BBQ menu using local ingredients that take advantage of the regional characteristics of Kyotanabe City, as well as Japanese-modern guest rooms that are typical of Kyoto. The accommodation building will also be equipped with a laundry, cafe, and shared lounge, and we will focus on multiple-night stays, tourist bases, and inbound support. In particular, we are planning content that allows you to experience the charm of the region with all five senses, such as services that make use of local specialties such as Uji tea, and experience programs such as woodworking and bamboo crafts that incorporate local culture using the existing facility’s processing plant. We also aim to connect seamlessly with local tourism by considering model tour courses with nearby tourist facilities (Iwashimizu Hachiman Shrine, Uji Byodo-in Temple, Keihanna Memorial Park, etc.) and partnerships with tour companies. Utilizing the vast grounds, we plan to hold events linked to the seasons and local events, such as a local market and zazen and yoga experiences. Through our development in the tourist city of Kyoto, we will work with the local community to promote the creation of sustainable tourism resources as a new urban and culturally integrated outdoor base. ■ Future outlook for the business Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45400/715/45400-715-7acc31ab989bf337c13fbaabae675737-3001×2000.jpg The first store facility, “Wood Design Park Okazaki,” is located in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45400/715/45400-715-6dcd916ce1daf9c8c5e401be74febaaa-3001×2002.jpg The space is filled with the natural warmth of wood tiles Wood Design Park Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Midori-ku, Nagoya), which is involved in this project, is an outdoor brand that connects nature and the city, and experiences and stays, and has opened multiple facilities nationwide to date. As of 2024, we operate 9 facilities (permanent stores) mainly in Aichi Prefecture, Hyogo, Tokyo, and Fukuoka, and are engaged in a variety of content such as barbecue areas, glamping, private saunas, cottage accommodation, and cafes. (Official website: https://wood-designpark.jp) In “Wood Design Park Kyoto-Irodori-” in Kyotanabe City, we are currently working on a project that will utilize the know-how we have cultivated as a private company to establish a model for a next-generation outdoor resort that utilizes local resources as a new tourist facility that combines natural activities with comfort. ■Company Profile Company name: Wood Design Park Co., Ltd. Head office: 3F, Bellin Building B, 1-102 Kobutsume, Midori-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 458-0023 Representative Director: Suzuki Daiki HP: https://wood-designpark.jp/ *This email has been sent automatically, so please do not reply.