Jikka — Jikka is a house made up of five huts dreamed up by Nobuko Suma and Sachiko Fujioka, who plan to live the rest of their lives there. Takumi Ota Jikka — The two commissioned Nobuko's son, architect Issei Suma, to build Jikka. Takumi Ota Jikka — Facilities are retirement-friendly, like this wheelchair-accessible bath. Takumi Ota Jikka — There's a spacious open kitchen where the two women run a lunchbox delivery service for the elderly. Takumi Ota Jikka — Suma and Fujioka prep for the meal deliveries. CNN Jikka — A bento -- Japanese-style lunchbox -- prepared by them. CNN Jikka — High ceilings and airy rooms flooded with natural light is a major feature in the home. Takumi Ota Jikka — The two women hope for it to turn into a retirement complex in the future. Takumi Ota Jikka — A guest room at Jikka, where visitors can stay. CNN Jikka — Jikka also functions as a restaurant at lunchtime and is open to the public. Takumi Ota Jikka — Suma and Fujioka hope for the home to become a community complex where seniors can be cared for. Takumi Ota Prev Next
