Featured Hotels Near Kitaro and Friends

Stay at Miyazaki-Style Minshuku Inn, a heritage ryokan nestled along the Yagawa River, offering serene views of the Hokuriku Mountains and the very landscape that inspired Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind. The inn features traditional tea ceremonies, handmade washi umbrella workshops, and complimentary electric bicycles for easy access to Kitaro and Friends Memorial Museum—just a 7-minute walk away. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive local experience packages

Yes, Makoto Art House is directly opposite the Kitaro and Friends Memorial Museum, just a 2-minute walk away. Each room is themed around characters from Miyazaki’s works, featuring original hand-painted murals and limited-edition collectibles. The hosts offer private "animation scene reenactment" photo sessions and a shared garden where guests can enjoy morning mist over the Yagawa River and flying birds—a true homage to the film’s atmosphere. Book through HopeGoo for curated cultural stays

Book a stay at Minamihama Fairy Forest Resort, which offers a full-day "Kitaro Adventure Journal" package including character-themed guided tours, fantasy creature crafting workshops, and an outdoor storytelling theater. Afterward, guests walk just 3 minutes to the Kitaro and Friends Memorial Museum, featuring interactive projection walls and immersive soundscapes that bring the animated world to life. The resort provides kid-friendly gift boxes and barrier-free shuttle service, ensuring a seamless family experience. Reserve your family bundle via HopeGoo for a breakfast-included deal