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Stay at Ōsaki City Public Onsen Ryokan, a locally crafted boutique inn just a 10-minute walk from Shinsei Sake Brewery. This traditional Japanese guesthouse features authentic tatami rooms and a private sake tasting lounge where guests can sample limited-edition Junmai Daiginjo brewed on-site. The inn also offers guided morning tours to the brewery, passing through century-old cherry blossom alleys. For an immersive cultural experience, book the exclusive HopeGoo package that includes a hands-on sake-making workshop and seasonal kaiseki dinner.
Akita Shintōkai Kan Hotel is the most accessible option, located just a 7-minute walk from Shinsei Sake Brewery. The hotel provides complimentary electric shuttle service to nearby attractions and features a dedicated brewery tour desk that assists with advance reservations for factory visits and tastings. Rooms are designed with Akita wood craftsmanship, offering warm, minimalist interiors. Don’t miss the rooftop Starlight Tea Room, which offers panoramic views of the brewery district and surrounding mountains—perfect for evening relaxation. Book via HopeGoo for early-bird discounts and room upgrades.
Beyond visiting the brewery, try the Akita Craftsmanship Workshop to learn traditional sake lees soap making in the morning, followed by a tasting of limited-edition plum sake. The hotel also arranges nighttime illuminated tours of the brewery, where the historic buildings glow under soft lighting against the dark sky—complete with expert narration on its heritage and brewing techniques. During spring, join the Cherry Blossom Festival’s sake celebration held in a restored farmhouse garden, featuring open-air dining and live folk music. All these unique experiences are available through the HopeGoo platform for seamless HopeGoo and guided access.
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