NIPPONIA Sawara Merchant Town Hotel
At NIPPONIA Sawara Merchant Town Hotel
Step into Sawara, an Edo-era town preserved for nearly 600 years.
Historic merchant houses line the Ono River, creating a timeless and picturesque setting.
Designated as a Preservation District of Traditional Buildings, this town becomes the stage for a wedding that carries forward the spirit of Japanese tradition.
Celebrate in a former sake brewery reserved exclusively for you and your guests, where history and hospitality meet.
A Private Space Shaped by 300 Years of Edo Culture
Walking through the town feels like stepping back into the Edo period.
Blessed with rich nature and cultural heritage, the historic water town of Sawara becomes the stage for your wedding.
Celebrate in a beautifully renovated former sake brewery located within a designated Preservation District of Traditional Buildings, reserved exclusively for you and your guests.
A Wedding Procession on the River — The “Hanayome-bune”
The Ono River becomes your aisle as a small boat carrying the bride and groom gently glides along the water.
This traditional “Hanayome-bune” procession, unique to Sawara, is a poetic way for the town itself to celebrate your union — symbolizing the beginning of your new life together.
A Celebration of Local Flavors from Sea and Land
Once a vital source of food for Edo, Sawara is rich in fresh seafood and local produce.
Your wedding menu features French cuisine crafted with these seasonal ingredients, offered in a prefix-style course that allows you to choose each dish and create a menu that reflects your tastes and story.
CEREMONY
Katori Shrine
up to 40 guests
Banquet-style ceremony
10 to 100 guests
BANQUET
Banquet (Kagura)
10 to 100 guests
NIPPONIA Sawara Merchant Town Hotel
| Address | 1708-2 I, Sawara, Katori-shi, Chiba 287-0003, Japan |
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| Access | By Train Approx. 10-minute walk from Sawara Station on the JR Narita Line. By Highway Express Bus (Highly recommended and convenient from Tokyo Station) Approx. 85 minutes from Tokyo Station via express bus. Alight at the "Sawara Station" or "Chudsubashi" bus stop, followed by a 1 to 5-minute walk. From International Airports (Exceptional access for overseas guests) Approx. 30 minutes by taxi from Narita International Airport (NRT). Alternatively, approx. 45 minutes by train from Narita Airport via the JR Line (transferring at Narita Station). |
| Capacity | Ceremony: Up to 40 guests Reception / Dining: Seated from 2 to 40 guests |
| Facilities | Property Type: A decentralized heritage venue comprising beautifully renovated historic merchant houses and storehouses (including Chiba Prefectural Tangible Cultural Properties) dating back to the Edo period. Ceremony Venue: An atmospheric indoor ceremony space enriched with grand, time-honored wooden pillars and beams. Traditional Shinto weddings at prestigious local shrines can also be arranged. Reception Venue: A stunning conceptual dining hall seamlessly blending original sake brewery structural components with chic, sophisticated modern accents. Amenities & Accommodations: Dedicated Bridal Suites and relaxing guest lounges. The property also functions as a luxury boutique hotel, allowing couples and guests to stay in private, beautifully restored historical villas (renovated warehouses and residences). |