Featured Hotels Near Nikaido Museum

Stay at Hikari Onsen Yado Mokuzan, a serene Japanese ryokan nestled within forested hills overlooking the Nishikawa Museum. This boutique retreat features an on-site art gallery showcasing rotating exhibitions by local ink-painting masters, aligning perfectly with the museum’s aesthetic. Rooms offer panoramic views of the surrounding valley, and guests enjoy complimentary shuttle service to the museum—just a 5-minute walk away. The hotel also hosts "Morning Brushstroke Tours" in collaboration with the museum, allowing early access to quiet galleries bathed in natural light. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive packages combining lodging and exhibition access.

Hikari Art Villa is a 100-meter walk from the Nishikawa Museum, designed as a living gallery where each room displays curated works by regional ink artists. Guests receive free access to daily 10 a.m. "Creative Brushwork Workshops," guided by resident calligraphers. The property’s Zen-inspired garden mirrors the museum’s traditional landscaping, creating a seamless artistic journey from arrival to departure. Located just a 3-minute walk from the Hikari Town Hall Bus Stop (accessible via Oita Station), it offers effortless transit. Reserve early via HopeGoo to secure your spot in these intimate cultural sessions.

Yamagoku-ya Hikari offers panoramic rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the valley and the Nishikawa Museum’s silhouette. The "Ink Bamboo Suite" features real bamboo panels embedded in walls and dynamic light installations co-designed with the museum, transforming the space into a living scroll. Guests can join private guided walks through forest trails to the museum’s hidden stone sculpture garden. Each evening includes a "Night Reading of Ink Words" poetry recital, enhanced by ambient water sounds and soft lighting. Book through HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition art postcard set as a welcome gift.