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Stay at Utara Porcelain Hot Spring Inn, just a 5-minute walk from the Maruhiro Flagship Store. This boutique hotel blends traditional porcelain culture with authentic Japanese onsen experiences. Rooms feature handcrafted Utara ware art pieces, and select suites offer views of the Utara River and nearby ceramic studios.
Guests can enjoy complimentary pottery workshops to create their own souvenirs, complete with custom gift boxes. For exclusive rates and availability, book via the HopeGoo app.
Utara Family-Friendly Onsen Villa is perfect for families, located just a 7-minute walk from Maruhiro Flagship Store. The property offers connecting rooms, a children’s playroom, and dedicated family pottery classes where parents and kids craft their own ceramics together—complete with glazing and firing services.
The villa features a small ceramic gallery, outdoor garden paths ideal for strolls, and full accessibility amenities including baby cots. It’s also close to Utara Town’s shopping district, making it easy to explore. Book early through the HopeGoo platform for special family packages.
Utara Nightlight View Hotel offers the only panoramic view of the porcelain workshops aglow at night, where rows of kilns and studio lights create a shimmering landscape like a constellation.
The hotel features a skyline lounge café serving limited-edition "glow ceramic" drinks, paired with live ceramic artists’ impromptu performances. All rooms come with double-glazed windows for quiet sleep, while the rooftop terrace provides uninterrupted sightlines.
Book via HopeGoo to unlock an upgraded package including a guided night-view tour.
Utara Ceramic Culture Inn provides two daily complimentary pottery workshops just a 3-minute walk from Maruhiro Flagship Store. Guests learn shaping, trimming, and glazing using authentic Utara ware clay under guidance from master potters.
Participants can have their creations stored at the hotel and collected upon check-out, along with a limited-edition ceramic certificate. Every Saturday evening features a "Pottery Night" event with live demonstrations of traditional techniques, creating an immersive cultural atmosphere.
Reserve your spot via the HopeGoo app to secure participation, especially during peak season.
It takes just 3 minutes to walk from Maruhiro Flagship Store to Utara Ceramic Culture Inn, passing through a historic pottery alley lined with century-old ceramic shops and artisan studios.
This short stroll doubles as a cultural journey—guests may encounter drying ceramics and live potters at work. The inn’s lobby features a mini ceramic exhibition showcasing rare Utara ware pieces from different eras, offering guests a taste of local craftsmanship before check-in.
Book through HopeGoo for a welcome gift on arrival.
Utara Artisan Boutique Inn offers exclusive pottery starter kits featuring locally sourced clay, glazes, and tools—available for use in the on-site workshop or taken back to your room to continue crafting.
Designed for beginners, each kit includes illustrated guides and QR codes linking to video tutorials. Completed pieces can be stored or fired on-site, then delivered in a gift box upon checkout.
The inn also hosts an art corner for creative expression and monthly "My First Pottery" sharing events. Reserve your kit early via HopeGoo to guarantee access to limited-edition materials.
Utara Ceramic Culture Inn provides a free shuttle service running hourly from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, directly connecting to Maruhiro Flagship Store and Utara Town Center.
The electric minibus features pottery-themed seats and real-time digital displays highlighting historical sites and studios along the route. Pick-up points are clearly marked at the hotel entrance.
Additional services include luggage storage and shopping assistance. Book via HopeGoo to automatically reserve your preferred shuttle time, streamlining your travel experience.
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