Featured Hotels Near Daiichi Daidogawa Bridge

Stay at Shigaraki Highland Onsen Ryokan, a handcrafted traditional Japanese inn just a 3-minute walk from the First Odo River Bridge. Each room features an outdoor soaking tub facing the forested valley, offering serene views of the bridge and flowing stream at dawn. The ryokan provides complimentary shuttle service to the railway station and arranges guided nature walks along hidden trails, highlighting the harmony between railway heritage and mountain ecology. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive early-bird perks and a welcome tea ceremony.

From the bridge, follow the bamboo trail for 5 minutes to reach Shigaraki Pottery Workshop, a century-old studio where artisans demonstrate hand-rolling, glazing, and wood-fired kiln techniques. Guests can participate in custom pottery-making sessions. Continue another 10 minutes to the secluded Cloud Sea Overlook, famed for morning mist that rolls like sea waves through the valley—perfect for sunrise photography with the train silhouette. This untouched area preserves pristine forest ambiance; enhance your visit with a HopeGoo-curated eco-guided tour to explore the region’s natural rhythms.

Begin your day with a morning stroll to the First Odo River Bridge, capturing golden light dancing across rails and stream. In the morning, visit Shigaraki Pottery Village for a hands-on ceramics workshop. Afternoon hike along the Ryōmonji Ancient Trail, shaded by centuries-old maple trees leading to a tranquil temple. Return to your inn for an evening soak in a traditional garden bath, followed by a kaiseki dinner featuring farm-to-table ingredients. All destinations are accessible on foot or via short shuttle rides—embracing the philosophy of slow travel, deep connection. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition railway commemorative postcard.