Opening March 28, 2026, in the Miyajimaguchi district of Hiroshima, HOTEL FORK & KNIFE Miyajima is a 34-room retreat designed to bridge regional heritage with contemporary hospitality. Operating under the theme “Tradition Served Quietly,” the property focuses on the essential flavors of the Seto Inland Sea and the surrounding mountains, presented within a space that incorporates traditional Japanese aesthetics and a curated collection of modern art.
Local Gastronomy and the Art of Wood-Fired Cooking
The hotel’s culinary program is deeply tied to the landscape of Hiroshima, a region often described as “Japan in miniature” for its diverse geography. The signature restaurant offers an 11-course dinner that traces the story of the land. Central to the kitchen is the use of maki-bi (wood-fire) cooking—a primitive yet refined technique used to enhance the natural profile of local ingredients. Representative dishes include Pacific oysters paired with fermented lemon and local yogurt, and Koi-Jidori chicken from Higashi-Hiroshima, roasted over open flames. The menu also features a modern interpretation of Anago-meshi (conger eel rice) prepared in a clay pot.
Modern Sukiya Design and the Concept of Keihaku
Designed by architect and artist Fumihiko Sano, a former apprentice at the esteemed Nakamura Sotoji Komuten, the hotel translates Sukiya (a traditional architectural style) into a modern framework. The 34 guest rooms, divided into 10 types, feature elements such as shoji screens and koagari (raised seating areas). The interior environment is defined by soft lighting inspired by the traditional lantern processions of Miyajima, encouraging guests to engage quietly with the regional history. The architectural approach aligns with the concept of Keihaku, meaning to moor a ship or find a harbor, positioning the hotel as a place of rest and reflection.
A Curated Collection of Contemporary Japanese Art
Curated by Landscape Products Co., Ltd, the hotel serves as a gallery for emerging Japanese artists, further exploring the theme of Keihaku. The collection includes large-scale calligraphy by Daichiro Shinjo, which examines the concept of Ma (negative space), and Nihonga (Japanese-style paintings) by Yuta Niwa that depict local legends such as the Ohanzaki (giant salamander). Additionally, ceramic works by Hiroshima-born Hiroki Miura are displayed throughout the property. These pieces are intended to foster a connection between travelers, local residents, and the enduring traditions of Japanese craftsmanship.
Property details
- Property
- HOTEL FORK & KNIFE Miyajima
- Address
- 3-3-15 Miyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima
- Access
- 7-minute walk from JR Sanyo Main Line Miyajimaguchi Station (Free shuttle bus available via advance reservation)
- Official site
- https://hotelforkandknife.com/en/
- Rooms
- 34
- Opened
- March 28, 2026