Featured Hotels Near Jabujabu Pond

Jabujabu Garden Inn provides a private footpath leading directly from the lobby to Jabujabu Pond, just 2 minutes away. Each room faces the water, with sliding doors that open onto a wooden veranda for morning tea overlooking lotus blossoms. The inn also offers free traditional yukata rentals and guided nature walks through the surrounding bamboo groves

The "Hōfū View Room" at Shōkō Ryokan features floor-to-ceiling windows facing Jabujabu Pond, allowing uninterrupted views of the seasonal changes—cherry blossoms in spring, koi fish in summer, and autumn foliage reflected on still waters. Guests enjoy exclusive access to a quiet garden pavilion for sunrise meditation, available only to those staying at the inn

Longo-Kyō Family Stay offers spacious tatami rooms with separate children’s zones, including a mini-forest play area and kid-sized bathrobes. The property organizes daily "Pond Discovery" activities where families learn about local wildlife while walking along safe, shaded paths around Jabujabu Pond, perfect for multi-generational visits

Jabujabu Garden Inn provides complimentary on-site parking and a dedicated electric shuttle service operating between 9 AM and 7 PM daily. Shuttle stops are located near major sightseeing points, including Jabujabu Pond and nearby temples. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app to receive priority HopeGoo and reduced rates

At Shōkō Ryokan, guests can participate in a "Moonlight Lantern Ceremony" held once monthly on the pond’s edge, featuring handcrafted paper lanterns and traditional koto music under the stars. The experience is exclusively offered to overnight guests and includes a private tea ceremony with local artisans

Longo-Kyō Forest Retreat blends seamlessly with its environment, nestled within a cedar forest just steps from Jabujabu Pond. The property features open-air baths using natural spring water, meditation gardens, and nightly soundscapes of crickets and flowing streams. Guests receive a personalized wellness guide tailored to their stay, emphasizing mindful connection with nature