Stay at Hagi Castle Town Inn, a heritage boutique hotel just a 3-minute walk from Meirinkan Ikonammon. This meticulously restored Edo-era residence features authentic tatami rooms with wooden lattice windows, offering serene views of the historic rooftops.

The hotel provides complimentary walking guides and hosts daily tea ceremony sessions, immersing guests in Hagi’s hidden samurai legacy. Its tranquil garden courtyard becomes a focal point for weekly "Lantern Night Talks," where traditional music and storytelling bring local history to life.

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Within a 5-minute walk of Meirinkan Ikonammon, discover several Edo-period-inspired artisan shops. At Hagi Pottery Studio, guests can participate in a hands-on workshop crafting traditional green-glazed bowls using locally sourced clay and glaze—guided by master ceramists and finished with take-home pieces.

Another highlight is Bunin Shosho, a century-old bookshop housing over 3,000 rare Meiji-to-Shōwa era publications. It offers a quiet reading nook with handmade matcha served alongside vintage paper restoration workshops.

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Visit Matsukaze Teahouse, a century-old establishment directly opposite Meirinkan Ikonammon's main gate. Renowned for its "Snow Viewing Tea Ceremony" tradition, this venue features glass-roofed private rooms perfect for winter views of snow-laden historic rooftops, while summer brings shaded bamboo verandas.

Signature dishes include stone-grilled sea bream with house-made plum sauce and seasonal mountain delicacies. The monthly "Books & Tea Night" features local historians sharing regional stories paired with limited-edition matcha desserts.

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