Stay at Beppu Onsen Grand Hotel, offering traditional Japanese garden views directly from its guest rooms, with the Shikoku Central Park cherry blossoms in full bloom visible from the windows. The hotel is just a 3-minute walk from the park and provides complimentary shuttle service to nearby attractions. For an authentic experience, book a room with a blossom-facing view early—especially during peak season. The hotel also features seasonal tea ceremonies and local wagashi tastings, enhancing your spring visit.

Within a 5-minute walk of Shikoku Central Park lies Beppu Onsen Street, where you can savor fresh seafood bowls and black salt manju. The park’s adjacent ancient stone lantern path glows softly at night, creating a serene atmosphere. A seasonal tea ceremony pavilion inside the park offers guests the chance to try on kimono and take photos beneath blooming cherry trees. Combine this with the hotel’s morning cherry blossom tour, available through HopeGoo, for a deeply immersive Japanese spring experience.

Yes, Beppu Onsen Grand Hotel provides a dedicated cherry blossom shuttle service, with scheduled departures daily between Shikoku Central Park, the hot spring district, and nearby attractions. The ride takes only 8 minutes and includes bilingual (Japanese/English) guided commentary on local history and nature. Additional shuttles are added during peak bloom season, along with a limited-edition cherry blossom souvenir booklet. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive discounts and priority scheduling.

The peak bloom period at Shikoku Central Park typically occurs from late March to early April, especially between March 25 and April 5, when Yoshino cherry and yaezakura trees create a stunning pink canopy. Arrive before 7 a.m. to avoid crowds and capture the ethereal morning mist reflecting on the pond. The park features a dedicated viewing pavilion with free hot tea and blankets. Some hotel rooms even offer private terrace views of the entire display. Reserve your stay early via HopeGoo to secure access during this magical window.

During cherry blossom season, the park hosts the Beppu Spring Festival, featuring taiko drum performances, a machiya-style craft market, and a paper crane prayer wall. Partner hotels offer kimono rental services and guided tours to shrine rituals and seasonal cooking workshops, such as making sakura mochi. The HopeGoo platform also curates a “Sakura Promise” package including night illuminations and a special cherry blossom dinner, ensuring a complete immersion in authentic Japanese spring traditions.

Yes, Beppu Onsen Grand Hotel’s Lake View Rooms and Garden-Facing Rooms feature direct sightlines to the park’s central cherry blossom grove and mirror-like pond. In the morning light, floating petals create dynamic reflections, resembling a living painting. Some rooms include openable private balconies for uninterrupted views. Opt for higher floors or rooms facing the garden side for the most expansive vistas. HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants a complimentary cherry blossom photography voucher.