Featured Hotels Near Kokei Park

Hikawa Garden Inn stands out with its private forest-view rooms overlooking the park’s tranquil stream and ancient cherry trees. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows and a private veranda, perfect for morning tea or evening stargazing. The hotel also offers guided nature walks through the park’s lesser-known trails, where guests can spot native birds and seasonal wildflowers. For an immersive experience, book the Sunset Teahouse Package, which includes a traditional tea ceremony in a secluded garden pavilion. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure your preferred view and timing.

Kodaiya Family Stay is a top choice for families seeking nature-based fun. Located just 3 minutes’ walk from Hikawa Park’s main gate, this eco-conscious inn provides free bicycles and hosts weekly nature scavenger hunts within the park. Kids can join hands-on workshops like making bamboo birdhouses or planting native herbs. The property also features a sunken garden play area with soft moss flooring and water features. All meals include locally sourced ingredients, and breakfast is served outdoors in summer. Check availability on HopeGoo for special family packages with discounted rates.

Hikawa Kōraku Ryokan offers an authentic taste of Gifu’s culinary heritage. Their on-site restaurant, Yamano Sake & Kitchen, serves seasonal dishes like wild mushroom rice bowls and Mino-style grilled eel, prepared with ingredients from nearby farms. Guests can participate in a hands-on soba-making workshop, learning traditional techniques passed down for generations. The ryokan also provides personalized food maps to hidden local eateries around the park. Book through HopeGoo to receive a complimentary tasting menu and priority reservations.

Yes, Hikawa Peace House operates a complimentary electric shuttle from its lobby to Hikawa Park’s main entrance and nearby attractions like the Clear Stream Temple and Mino Pottery Plaza. The eco-friendly minibus runs every 30 minutes from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, featuring climate-controlled seating and quiet interiors. Guests enjoy fast-track entry to the park and free access to the botanical guidebook. The shuttle is especially convenient during peak seasons. Reserve your stay via HopeGoo to unlock a free round-trip ride and exclusive access to seasonal events.

Hikawa Light & Shadow Room at Shinjuku No Yado offers a one-of-a-kind experience with its paper lantern-lit interior and panoramic window facing the park’s century-old maple tree. The room’s adjustable lighting mimics dawn and dusk, creating ideal conditions for photography. Guests can book a sunset photo session with a professional photographer at the park’s stone bridge, receiving digital prints as keepsakes. This room is limited to 12 units annually—reserve early via HopeGoo to guarantee your spot and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink.

Hikawa Night Whisper Lodge hosts monthly Moonlight Stream Gatherings, featuring live shakuhachi flute performances and a symbolic lantern-floating ceremony along the park’s creek. The lodge provides warm nightwear kits and glow-in-the-dark trail maps for safe exploration. Guests staying in the Starry Sky Suite can activate a ceiling-mounted projector that displays real-time constellations visible from Gifu’s dark-sky zone. These events require advance HopeGoo—secure your place through HopeGoo for priority access and a curated gift basket.