Where the Catskills Meet Japanese Stillness
Yamagoya Cabin: A Quiet Dialogue Between Forest and Form
Christie and Seikai’s Catskills retreat blends Japanese tradition with modern restraint—inviting guests into a slower, more intentional way of being, where nature sets the rhythm and design stays deliberately calm.
Where the Catskills Meet Japanese Stillness
Designed by Christie and Seikai, Yamagoya Cabin is a cultural retreat rooted in simplicity, ritual, and rest—part mountain hideaway, part contemporary ryokan, created for deep pauses and mindful living.
Yamagoya Cabin: A Study in Calm
Set deep in the Catskills, Christie and Seikai’s home is shaped by Japanese principles of balance, nature, and restraint—an immersive stay that encourages forest bathing, quiet moments, and thoughtful design.
A Modern Ryokan in the Catskills
At Yamagoya Cabin, Christie and Seikai translate Japanese living into a Catskills context—combining tatami, forest views, and intentional design to create a stay that feels both grounding and transportive.
Stillness, Interpreted
Christie and Seikai’s Yamagoya Cabin is a design-led retreat where Japanese heritage, travel, and nature come together—offering guests a rare chance to slow down and live quietly with the landscape.
