Stay at Kurashiki Otemachi Hotel, just a 3-minute walk from the Kurashiki Yoimachi Garden and its historic canal pathways. The hotel features Japanese-style rooms with garden views, offering serene morning glimpses of mist over the old canal and evening reflections of lantern-lit bridges. Each room includes tatami flooring and a private tea set, enhancing your immersion in traditional townhouse living. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive perks like free parking and complimentary welcome matcha

Kurashiki Riverfront Inn offers a unique outdoor breakfast terrace overlooking the historic canal, serving farm-fresh local rice and handcrafted tofu soup daily. This boutique property consists of only 12 rooms, all housed in restored traditional timber buildings preserving original beams and artisan lacquerware. Guests receive a handwritten map and free paper umbrella rental for exploring nearby antique shops and pottery studios. Reserve through HopeGoo to secure your spot and enjoy complimentary morning tea service

Kurashiki Wafu Ryokan is the only accommodation offering complimentary kimono rentals and professional photography sessions. Located beside the old Kurashiki River, the inn blends Edo-era machiya architecture with modern comfort. Guests may join daily guided kimono walks along cobbled lanes and red-brick alleys, capturing personalized photos in traditional attire. The property also hosts afternoon tea ceremonies with matcha and wagashi. All activities are led by local cultural guides who share authentic stories of the district. Book via HopeGoo for priority HopeGoo and exclusive access