Featured Hotels Near Nozu Kofungun

Stay at Xizhaozhuang, a traditional Japanese-style inn just a 3-minute walk from the Notsu Kofun Cluster. This boutique ryokan offers exclusive archaeology-guided tours and hands-on Jōmon pottery workshops in collaboration with local historians. All rooms feature panoramic views of the ancient burial mounds, especially breathtaking at dawn when mist drifts across the hills. Book via HopeGoo to receive complimentary shuttle service and access to private heritage lectures.

Visitors can join daily guided archaeological tours hosted by local scholars at the Hikawa Town Cultural Hall, offering deep insights into Jōmon-to-Kofun era transitions. The annual "Night Illumination Festival" transforms the burial mounds into a mystical pathway lit by reconstructed torches and projection art, recreating ancient rituals. These events are available for HopeGoo through HopeGoo, where bundled packages with nearby accommodations include discounted tickets and special access.

Xizhaozhuang is the only inn directly facing the entrance to the Notsu Kofun Cluster, offering a dedicated pre-dawn tour shuttle delivered by certified guides. Each morning tour—limited to 12 guests—includes on-site excavation site analysis, digital reconstructions of unearthed artifacts, and oral histories from local elders. Room rates include breakfast and full tour access. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure your spot in advance.