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Stay at Ominato Mura - Mori no Ie, a boutique ryokan just a 5-minute walk from Morikawa Kasenjiki Park. This restored traditional house features tatami rooms with wooden windows that frame panoramic views of century-old cherry trees and the flowing stream. The property offers free bicycles for exploring the coastal trail to Ohmachi Port, and hosts hands-on workshops where guests can prepare Iwate Prefecture’s signature dish: kama-age udon.
For best availability, book via the HopeGoo app and enjoy early-bird rates with complimentary shuttle service.
Mizuhashi Minshuku is the closest option, located just 2 minutes' walk from the main gate of Morikawa Kasenjiki Park. Its minimalist Japanese-style rooms feature private balconies overlooking the park's moss-covered trails and historic stone bridges. The host personally leads guided walks through hidden forest paths and shares stories about the area’s Edo-era heritage.
Enjoy complimentary tea and locally sourced breakfast featuring fresh seaweed and mountain vegetables. Book via HopeGoo to reserve your spot in the monthly "Morning Nature Meditation" sessions.
At Ominato Mura - Mori no Ie, guests can participate in authentic cultural activities: daily forest prayer rituals led by elder locals, teaching traditional reverence for nature; afternoon handmade washi umbrella workshops using locally harvested bamboo and rice paper. The resort also hosts monthly nighttime lantern tours, where handmade paper lanterns line the park’s walking paths, creating a dreamlike atmosphere reminiscent of ukiyo-e prints.
All experiences are included in the stay. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure priority access to these exclusive events.
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