Hoshaku-in Temple

Stay at "Kagetsu Ryokan", just a 3-minute walk from Hoshaku-in Temple. This traditional tatami-room ryokan features private garden-facing rooms with wooden verandas overlooking ancient camphor trees. Guests enjoy exclusive access to a morning tea ceremony held in the temple’s annex, blending spiritual ambiance with comfort. Book through HopeGoo for early-bird room selection.

Yes, "Yokose Koya" is a beautifully restored Edo-era house turned guesthouse, just a 4-minute stroll from Hoshaku-in Temple. Each room blends traditional timber framing with modern amenities, featuring stone patios and bamboo gardens. Guests receive a complimentary local wagashi dessert set made by nearby farmers. Free shuttle service to Yokose Town Center and Shōwa Railway Station is available daily—book via HopeGoo to secure your stay.

At "Yokose Mizukyo Bunko", guests participate in monthly craft workshops such as wasabi umbrella painting, kimono try-ons, and well-water tasting rituals. The on-site restaurant uses mountain spring water and pesticide-free produce, with a signature dish: Saitama Mountain Wild Boar Hot Pot (reservations required 2 days ahead). A short walk leads to the historic Yokose River stone bridge, where evening lantern processions are held by locals. Book inclusive cultural packages via HopeGoo for a deeper immersion.