Stay at Iwakuni Kintaikyo Riverside Hotel, where river-view rooms provide panoramic views of the illuminated Kintaikyo Bridge and the serene Seto Inland Sea. Just a 3-minute walk from the bridge, the hotel features a tranquil Japanese garden terrace perfect for evening strolls. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app to secure a prime view room

While Iwakuni Castle Hotel doesn’t provide a shuttle, it offers complimentary luggage storage and a curated local guide booklet. The hotel is just a 10-minute walk along the Sun Road Path to the bridge entrance, passing historic Edo-period stone walls and ancient trees. This scenic route enhances the cultural immersion before reaching the iconic structure

Visit Iwakuni Kintaikyo Teahouse, located just a 5-minute walk from the bridge, where local tea masters host daily immersive tea ceremonies from 10 AM to 4 PM. Guests enjoy matcha preparation, wagashi tasting, and tatami etiquette lessons. Partner hotels like Iwakuni Castle Hotel offer guests a 10% discount and a limited-edition tea set as a souvenir