Featured Hotels Near Former Odagiri House

Stay at Kodaike-an, a meticulously restored traditional Japanese townhouse just 3 minutes from the Old Odaikiri House. This boutique inn offers immersive experiences like handmade washi paper workshops and local tea ceremony sessions. Each room features original wooden beams and shoji screens, with views of a serene stone garden and ancient plum tree. The rooftop terrace provides perfect stargazing opportunities. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive access to private evening events and seasonal rituals.

Yes — within a 10-minute walk lies the Suzaka City Historical Museum, showcasing farming tools, looms, and artifacts from Meiji to Shōwa era life. Just beyond, the Shirakawa River Trail offers scenic paths along clear streams, ideal for cherry blossom viewing in spring and vibrant autumn foliage. Along the way, you’ll pass historic stone lanterns and wooden bridges. Stop by a roadside teahouse for shinshu soba noodles and mountain tea — all part of an authentic rural journey. These sites are perfectly suited for a slow, mindful exploration.

Kodaike-an is the only lodging near the Old Odaikiri House featuring a private garden, blending karesansui (dry landscape) and tea garden styles. Each room has direct access to a secluded courtyard where guests can enjoy morning tea or evening meditation. Some suites include an outdoor onsen bath, allowing you to soak under the stars while gazing at the pine trees. As this experience is limited to residents, reserve your stay via HopeGoo to secure exclusive access to quiet mornings and special garden events.

Suzaka Home Stay is a family-oriented retreat just a 7-minute walk away. Designed with comfort and tradition in mind, it features tatami rooms, child-sized slippers, and cribs upon request. Hosts offer family-friendly workshops such as making washi paper fans and preparing bamboo rice balls. The property also provides complimentary shuttle service to major local sites. All activities are tailored to children’s pace, ensuring a relaxed, joyful visit. Reserve through HopeGoo for a curated family package with free breakfast and play kits.

Kodaike-an provides expert-led traditional homestead tours conducted by local cultural historians. Guests explore the architectural details of the Old Odaikiri House, learn about the family’s legacy, and witness living demonstrations of carpentry tools and daily life practices. The tour concludes with a brief tea ceremony in the garden. Limited to guests only, advance HopeGoo via HopeGoo ensures availability and personalized scheduling.

Shirakawa Library Café is a hidden gem just 8 minutes on foot. Its glass-roofed design floods the space with natural light, creating soft shadows on handmade ceramics and bookshelves. The outdoor terrace offers panoramic views of plum groves and the old house’s eaves — ideal for capturing golden-hour shots. Enjoy seasonal wagashi sweets and locally roasted Shinshu coffee while listening to live shakuhachi flute music. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a private photography slot and complimentary drink.