'BEST OF MINPAKU 2026' Beginner Category Winner! KOTO Villa in Kagawa Prefecture Awarded First Place
KOTO Villa in Kotohira, Kagawa, has been selected as the first-place winner in the Beginner Category at the 'BEST OF MINPAKU 2026' awards held at Makuhari Messe.
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- 📰 Published: March 31, 2026 at 19:00
- 🔍 Collected: April 1, 2026 at 13:39 (18h 39m after Published)
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The 'BEST OF MINPAKU 2026' contest, organized by Keisuke Sakakibara (Minpaku expert) and Natsuki Tajiri (Vacation Rental expert) of Minpaku Kakumei Co., Ltd., was held at Makuhari Messe on February 23, 2026. Many visitors attended the simultaneously held 'Minpaku EXPO JAPAN 2026' and 'Minpaku Grand Seminar' from February 21 to 23, experiencing the forefront of the tourism and lodging industry. The contest aims to promote facility appeal, improve the image of vacation rentals, and foster industry development. Out of 1,495 entries nationwide, 'KOTO Villa' in Kotohira, Kagawa, won the Beginner Category. The facility is highly regarded as a successful model for beginners, featuring child-friendly indoor play areas and a design that turns the stay itself into an activity. It can accommodate up to 10 guests, making it ideal for families and groups. The facility's success lies in its clear target setting, experiential design, and a highly replicable management model.
FAQ
What is BEST OF MINPAKU?
It is a contest to determine the best vacation rentals, glamping, and campsites in Japan, aimed at industry development.
Why was KOTO Villa selected?
It was highly evaluated for its family-oriented experiential design and a highly replicable operational model for beginners.
What is Minpaku EXPO JAPAN 2026?
It is one of Japan's largest events held at Makuhari Messe, showcasing the forefront of the tourism and lodging industry.