By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department, compiled and reported
Ine is a small fishing village situated in the northeastern part of the Tango Peninsula in northern Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. It is mainly known for its fishing and tourism industries. The town's unique traditional architecture, the "Funaya" (boat houses), is a well-known sightseeing spot in Japan. In 2005, it was designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in Japan, and was also listed as a two-star tourist destination in the Michelin Travel Guide.
The town’s distinctive traditional architecture, the “Funaya” (boat houses), is a famous tourist attraction in Japan. (Image source / livedoor)
Designated as a two-star tourist destination in the Michelin Travel Guide. (Image source / japanbook)
Designated as a two-star tourist destination in the Michelin Travel Guide. (Image source / japanbook)
Peaceful streets of Ine. (Image source / 360navi)
Funaya are hybrid houses that have appeared since the mid-Edo period. Local residents built two-story structures along the coast, with the first floor used for docking boats and other work-related purposes, and the second floor serving as living quarters. Currently, about 230 Funaya remain preserved, some of which have been converted into guesthouses, allowing visitors to experience traditional fishing village life.
Dining at a waterside restaurant while enjoying the scenery of the fishing village. (Image source / eb2002621)
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