THE LAYER | ITO **One of Conde Nast Traveler's top Airbnbs in Japan** This perfectly designed mid-century home has been deeply cared for since it was built by highly skilled craftsmen in 1968. Our loving and detailed renovation accentuates the gorgeous original features, while adding layers of modern design details, fun, and premium comfort. *****Please read House Rules before booking Come relax in our traditional Japanese home in the charming, retro onsen town of Ito on the Izu Peninsula. There is a large Towada stone and hinoki-lined bath, a cozy dining room, and a karaoke room with a nod to Ito's showa-era "snack bar” (​​スナックバー) culture. The house has four main rooms, with two used for sleeping/living, one for dining, and one for karaoke/lounging/relaxing/working and TV. The house accommodates up to six people in two tatami rooms separated by sliding doors. The kitchen is generously appointed with all that you need for cooking for large groups, and there is a new outdoor Weber gas BBQ grill. The large bath has a private garden and dressing room. The house is surrounded by greenery with flowers for nearly every season, and the ocean can be viewed from the sleeping areas, engawa, and the small deck that spans one side of the house. We are very proud of our reviews and love how vividly and thoughtfully our guests have described their experiences here. Please feel free to read them and ask us any questions you have. For further design details and a bit of the story of the house, check out our insta at thelayer.ito