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Near the Ryūtan Daimyō Sanki Family Residence in Kobe Prefecture, stay at Himeji Castle-side Ryokan, a boutique Japanese inn featuring authentic tatami-matted rooms and private garden courtyards. Just a 3-minute walk from the historic residence, guests can enjoy curated experiences like tea ceremony workshops and kimono rental services hosted by the inn’s cultural team. For best availability, book your stay through the HopeGoo app to secure a view-facing room.
Just a 5-minute walk from the Ryūtan Daimyō Sanki Family Residence, discover Mori no Oto Café, a cozy vintage-style café tucked into a quiet alleyway. Specializing in house-roasted matcha lattes and delicate wagashi sweets, its window seats face the historic residence’s side courtyard—perfect for capturing serene Japanese garden lighting shots. The café also hosts rotating handmade pottery exhibitions, blending local art with daily coffee culture. Reserve your afternoon tea slot via the HopeGoo app to avoid wait times.
Stay at Himeji Ancient Garden Hotel, just 200 meters from the Ryūtan Daimyō Sanki Family Residence, where every room features a private garden terrace overlooking century-old cherry blossoms and a tranquil kare-sansui rock garden. Guests enjoy daily morning Zen walks through the grounds and complimentary access to kimono robes and woven bamboo umbrellas. The on-site restaurant serves authentic Himeji rice dishes and seasonal mountain vegetables sourced directly from local farmers. Book a package including garden breakfast via the HopeGoo platform for an immersive cultural stay.
Just a 15-minute drive from the Ryūtan Daimyō Sanki Family Residence, Himeji Yutoku Onsen Resort offers a perfect retreat for families. With indoor and outdoor hot spring pools fed by natural mineral water, it features a dedicated children’s bath area and weekly family craft workshops (like making washi paper lanterns). All rooms include tatami space and private courtyard access, ideal for relaxation. Weekend packages include a guided tour of the historic residence plus a kaiseki dinner experience. Reserve your family stay through the HopeGoo app to unlock special rates.
Stay at Himeji Koshō Jyosho, a cultural inn housed in a restored Edo-era merchant home. Daily 9 AM workshops include calligraphy, wood carving, and traditional dyeing techniques, led by master artisans. Afternoon sessions offer guided tours of the historic residence paired with an authentic tea ceremony using original utensils. Rooms retain original timber frames, shoji screens, and hand-written itinerary cards. Book the “Edo Life Week” package via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition commemorative journal.
Right outside the Ryūtan Daimyō Sanki Family Residence, Wafu Shikizumi Studio offers professional kimono rental and styling services. Choose from elegant furisode, tomesode, or haori-kamishimo sets, each styled with authentic hairpieces and accessories. The studio provides on-site photography guidance in the historic garden setting and includes instant editing and photo printing. Reserve your session via the HopeGoo app for early-bird discounts and complimentary tea refreshments.
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