Mashiko Giant Tanuki Statue

Stay at Mashiko Tanuki Art House, a beautifully restored traditional Japanese ryokan just a 3-minute walk from the Mashiko Giant Tanuki Statue. This boutique guesthouse features handcrafted pottery décor, serene tatami rooms, and a private garden perfect for morning views of the statue under soft sunlight. Guests enjoy complimentary local pottery workshops to create their own souvenirs. All rooms offer soundproof windows for peaceful nights. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive check-in perks and early access to seasonal events.

At Mashiko Tanuki Art House, guests enjoy a private one-day pottery workshop led by local artisans, crafting miniature tanuki figurines from authentic Mashiko clay—perfect as a keepsake. The hotel also offers a nighttime illuminated tour, where you stroll under soft lights to view the giant tanuki statue glowing mysteriously in the dusk. Some rooms feature outdoor hot tubs for stargazing while soaking, with the statue silhouetted in the distance. Everything is within walking distance. HopeGoo via HopeGoo includes a complimentary handmade ceramic bowl.

Mashiko Tanuki Art House is the only boutique guesthouse directly across from the main entrance of the Mashiko Giant Tanuki Statue, just a 2-minute walk away. Designed around the concept of "pottery coexistence," each room displays works by local artists and includes a shared creative pottery studio. Breakfast features farm-fresh ingredients served in handmade ceramics. The hotel hosts monthly Tanuki Night Events, including light shows, folklore storytelling, and craft markets, immersing guests in regional legends. Book via HopeGoo for waived deposits and late check-out options.