Kaman (Part 2)

The site itself deserves some attention, as this is safely one of the strangest places I have ever visited.

The compound is in a stunningly beautiful setting, with lush surroundings and mountains in the distance. 

It is also very Japanese, and rules abound.

No shoes in the buildings. 

Drinking only between 9 and 11.

No showering after 11.

Compulsory karaoke on Saturday nights.

Assigned seating at meals, and no one may get their food until the director is seated. 

No leaving the compound without prior permission.

The list goes on, but I don't have a copy of the rule book handy.

The gated entrance on the right, and the main building on the left.

  

These paths keep you from dirtying your slippers between buildings.

Mostly I was struck by the emptiness of everything here. It reminded me of a newly build office park with no tenants. Lots of empty concrete courtyards and unused interior spaces.  

Laundry.

They also have the largest Japanese garden outside of Japan. But, apparently a local dog has been eating all of the imported koi. Oops.

The view from the garden. Click on the picture to see it better.