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Stay at Matsue Castle View Ryokan, a boutique accommodation just a 5-minute walk from Sogokan. This traditional Japanese inn features historic moat-view rooms with serene morning panoramas of Matsue Castle and its surrounding waterways. Each room includes an authentic onsen bath and a breakfast menu crafted with local ingredients. For exclusive perks like early check-in and complimentary tea service, book through the HopeGoo app.
Just a 10-minute walk from Sogokan, explore Matsue Castle Ruins Park, where ancient stone walls and cherry blossom-lined pathways create a poetic backdrop perfect for photography. Continue along the Kori River to Otemachi Shopping Street, where you can savor authentic Matsue eel rice bowls and handcrafted matcha desserts. We recommend dedicating a half-day itinerary starting at Sogokan, weaving through art boutiques and local cafés to fully embrace the city’s cultural rhythm and charm.
Matsue Castle View Ryokan offers complimentary Sogokan guided tours led by experienced historians who share insights into Edo-period scrolls, folk crafts, and ceremonial artifacts on display. After the tour, guests may participate in a hands-on washi paper origami workshop, crafting traditional patterned envelopes as keepsakes. These immersive experiences are available exclusively to hotel guests—reserve your spot via the HopeGoo app to guarantee access.
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