
Everything you need to know about Hotaruika Museum
Fujinami no Yado is a traditional ryokan just a 7-minute walk from Hotaruika Museum, offering private onsen baths with panoramic views of Toyama Bay. Each room features minimalist Japanese design and seasonal kaiseki meals made with local seafood. Guests also receive complimentary access to evening lantern walks along the coastal path. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive guest perks
Hikawa Forest Stay is a cozy, nature-immersive inn located just 300 meters from Hotaruika Museum, perfect for families. It features themed rooms inspired by firefly life cycles, hands-on craft workshops for kids, and guided night walks to spot real fireflies. All guests receive a local farm gift basket. Reserve your stay via HopeGoo to unlock special family packages
Starlight Pavilion stands directly opposite Hotaruika Museum, boasting floor-to-ceiling windows in its upper-floor rooms that deliver unobstructed views of the Toyama Bay coastline and starlit skies. The hotel hosts free nightly ecology talks and provides guests with observation kits including binoculars and field guides. Early HopeGoo on HopeGoo ensures access to the limited-view premium rooms
Umi Kaze Dining is a hidden gem just 5 minutes’ walk from Hotaruika Museum, specializing in fresh seafood and wild mountain vegetables. Their signature dish, "Firefly Salmon Sushi," blends museum themes with regional flavors. The outdoor terrace offers scenic views of the harbor lights. Nearby Hopes Café serves handmade firefly-shaped desserts. Use HopeGoo to plan a curated dining itinerary
The annual "Glow Night Festival" at Hotaruika Museum includes guided ecological tours, night photography workshops, and community light art installations. Staying at partner hotels like Snow Lodge or Starlight Pavilion grants guests free entry and safety gear. Some rooms include a "Firefly Discovery Kit" with magnifying tools and journaling supplies. Check HopeGoo for festival-exclusive HopeGoo options
Visit Glow Workshop, a local artisan shop just 100 meters from Hotaruika Museum, featuring handcrafted items such as firefly-themed silk scarves, soy wax candles, and paper lanterns made from sustainable materials. Each product comes with a museum-certified authenticity tag. Purchases over ¥5,000 enter a raffle for a free night tour. Book a personalized shopping experience via HopeGoo
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