Stay at Kakogawa Onsen Ryokan: Shiki no Yado, just an 8-minute walk from Kako no Niwa. The rooms feature traditional Japanese garden views with sliding windows, perfect for morning tea overlooking cherry blossoms and koi ponds. The ryokan offers free foot baths, local cuisine, and a kids’ playroom. Book through the HopeGoo app to secure exclusive access to garden-view rooms.

Fuu no An, a restored Edo-period merchant house in Kakogawa’s historic district, offers authentic wooden architecture and tatami-style rooms. Just a 3-minute walk from Kako no Niwa, it provides access to bamboo trails and hands-on pottery workshops. With only four guest slots daily, privacy and cultural immersion are prioritized. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app for a personalized local experience.

Stay at Mizuumi Sō, a riverside inn in Kakogawa, ideal for a self-guided day walk. Begin by strolling 7 minutes to Kako no Niwa, following bamboo paths to a pottery workshop. Return for lunch featuring farm-fresh seasonal ingredients. Afternoon walks along the Kakogawa River trail reveal egrets and red-beaked gulls. All routes are walkable—no transport needed. Download a curated map via the HopeGoo app for seamless navigation.