Experience the Philosophy of Engineers Who Changed the World: "GAIA RESORT｜ACURA" Grand Opening
Gaia Co., Ltd. has grand opened "GAIA RESORT｜ACURA" in Zao Town, Miyagi Prefecture, a new concept-driven private villa themed around the philosophy and journey of the late Akira Ishizuya, former Managing Director of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and involved in the development of the CVCC environmental technology engine. The resort aims to offer a stay that connects guests with the spirit of engineers, fostering challenge, creativity, and legacy, while also contributing to regional culture and tourism value.
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Gaia Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture, Representative Director: Kunihiro Aizawa), which operates Gaia Resort, has grand opened a new concept-driven private villa, "GAIA RESORT｜ACURA," in Zao Town, Miyagi Prefecture.
Ayrton Senna's helmet, an icon of Honda F1, is also on display.
This facility is a special accommodation themed around the philosophy and journey of the late Akira Ishizuya, former Managing Director of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., who was also involved in the development of the environmental technology "CVCC" engine.
In the 1970s, Honda astonished the world with its innovative technology in response to strict emission regulations. Behind this was the "spirit of challenging conventions" of engineers, including Soichiro Honda.
ACURA was born not merely as an accommodation facility, but as a space where guests can experience the values of challenge, creation, and legacy, based on the concept of "a stay that touches the spirit of engineers."
You can also see CVCC head covers and panels.
A Space Inheriting History and Passion
The facility preserves the former "Stained Glass Studio ACURA" as it was. Inside the studio, through stained glass artworks and materials from the Honda era, you can experience a unique worldview where:
- Technology
- Art
- Spirit
intersect. It inherits Mr. Ishizuya's worldview and design, featuring artistic and craftsmanship-filled spatial design. Furthermore, Mr. Ishizuya's passion for technological development, which he pursued throughout his life, and his "spirit of challenging beyond common sense" are expressed throughout the architecture, interior, and guest experience. It offers visitors "time spent in a story," not just ordinary sightseeing.
Stained Glass Studio ACURA
Please see Mr. Ishizuya's history.
Private Villa with Natural Hot Springs
"GAIA RESORT｜ACURA" is located in a quiet environment surrounded by Zao's nature, and is a private villa for rent, equipped with natural hot springs.
You can spend a relaxing time in a completely private space while feeling the nature of the four seasons. It provides new lodging value not only for those interested in cars, motorsport, architecture, art, and manufacturing, but also for families and inbound tourists.
Please also enjoy the natural hot springs made from Aomori Hiba wood.
A Space Enjoyable for Car Lovers, Art Lovers, and Families
Inside, exhibits and interiors featuring CVCC engines and classic cars are placed throughout. It is a space that can be enjoyed not only by car fans, but also by those interested in manufacturing and design, and families with children.
It also features bathrooms with natural hot springs, allowing guests to enjoy both intellectually stimulating time and a healing moment surrounded by Zao's nature simultaneously.
Genuine parts from that era are treasures.
The grille of the first-generation Civic is also as it was then.
You can enjoy both cars and art.
ASIMO is also HONDA.
Towards Creating Regional Culture and Tourism Value
Gaia Co., Ltd. is developing facilities in the Zao area with the theme of "tourism that experiences local stories and culture," not just "staying." We will continue to create unique accommodation experiences that leverage local resources, history, people, and cultural backgrounds, aiming to enhance the overall tourism value of the Zao area and expand the exchange population.
As part of the Zao Welfare Forest Concept
The Gaia Group is collectively promoting "regeneration of vacant houses/villas, tourism promotion, welfare, disaster prevention, and regional employment creation" under the "Zao Welfare Forest Concept." GAIA RESORT｜ACURA is also one of the initiatives to pass on the stories dormant in the region to the future.
For details and reservations, please visit here.
Facility Overview
Facility Name: GAIA RESORT｜ACURA
Location: 4-386 Yayama, Togatta Onsen, Zao Town, Katta District, Miyagi Prefecture (within Zao Sansuien)
Facility Type: Private villa for rent with natural hot springs
■ Contact for this matter
Gaia Resort
TEL: 0224-34-1192
Contact Person: Senior Managing Director / Hiroko Nagakura
Email: info-gaia@gaia-resort.net
Ayrton Senna's helmet, an icon of Honda F1, is also on display.
This facility is a special accommodation themed around the philosophy and journey of the late Akira Ishizuya, former Managing Director of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., who was also involved in the development of the environmental technology "CVCC" engine.
In the 1970s, Honda astonished the world with its innovative technology in response to strict emission regulations. Behind this was the "spirit of challenging conventions" of engineers, including Soichiro Honda.
ACURA was born not merely as an accommodation facility, but as a space where guests can experience the values of challenge, creation, and legacy, based on the concept of "a stay that touches the spirit of engineers."
You can also see CVCC head covers and panels.
A Space Inheriting History and Passion
The facility preserves the former "Stained Glass Studio ACURA" as it was. Inside the studio, through stained glass artworks and materials from the Honda era, you can experience a unique worldview where:
- Technology
- Art
- Spirit
intersect. It inherits Mr. Ishizuya's worldview and design, featuring artistic and craftsmanship-filled spatial design. Furthermore, Mr. Ishizuya's passion for technological development, which he pursued throughout his life, and his "spirit of challenging beyond common sense" are expressed throughout the architecture, interior, and guest experience. It offers visitors "time spent in a story," not just ordinary sightseeing.
Stained Glass Studio ACURA
Please see Mr. Ishizuya's history.
Private Villa with Natural Hot Springs
"GAIA RESORT｜ACURA" is located in a quiet environment surrounded by Zao's nature, and is a private villa for rent, equipped with natural hot springs.
You can spend a relaxing time in a completely private space while feeling the nature of the four seasons. It provides new lodging value not only for those interested in cars, motorsport, architecture, art, and manufacturing, but also for families and inbound tourists.
Please also enjoy the natural hot springs made from Aomori Hiba wood.
A Space Enjoyable for Car Lovers, Art Lovers, and Families
Inside, exhibits and interiors featuring CVCC engines and classic cars are placed throughout. It is a space that can be enjoyed not only by car fans, but also by those interested in manufacturing and design, and families with children.
It also features bathrooms with natural hot springs, allowing guests to enjoy both intellectually stimulating time and a healing moment surrounded by Zao's nature simultaneously.
Genuine parts from that era are treasures.
The grille of the first-generation Civic is also as it was then.
You can enjoy both cars and art.
ASIMO is also HONDA.
Towards Creating Regional Culture and Tourism Value
Gaia Co., Ltd. is developing facilities in the Zao area with the theme of "tourism that experiences local stories and culture," not just "staying." We will continue to create unique accommodation experiences that leverage local resources, history, people, and cultural backgrounds, aiming to enhance the overall tourism value of the Zao area and expand the exchange population.
As part of the Zao Welfare Forest Concept
The Gaia Group is collectively promoting "regeneration of vacant houses/villas, tourism promotion, welfare, disaster prevention, and regional employment creation" under the "Zao Welfare Forest Concept." GAIA RESORT｜ACURA is also one of the initiatives to pass on the stories dormant in the region to the future.
For details and reservations, please visit here.
Facility Overview
Facility Name: GAIA RESORT｜ACURA
Location: 4-386 Yayama, Togatta Onsen, Zao Town, Katta District, Miyagi Prefecture (within Zao Sansuien)
Facility Type: Private villa for rent with natural hot springs
■ Contact for this matter
Gaia Resort
TEL: 0224-34-1192
Contact Person: Senior Managing Director / Hiroko Nagakura
Email: info-gaia@gaia-resort.net