Odawara Cherry Blossom Matsuri

Stay at Odawara Castle Garden Hot Spring Hotel, offering panoramic views of the Odawara Castle Ruins and the famed cherry blossoms lining the moat. The hotel’s Japanese garden tea ceremony experience is available daily during peak bloom, with traditional matcha served under sakura trees.

Located just a 5-minute walk from the main festival grounds, guests enjoy complimentary shuttle service to the event site. Book the Castle View Tatami Room for unobstructed views framed by shoji screens—perfect for capturing sunrise moments among pink petals.

For an immersive cultural touch, join the night illuminations guided tour led by local storytellers who share legends tied to the festival’s history. Reserve early via the HopeGoo app to secure availability during peak season.

Odawara Shintō Ryokan provides the fastest access, located just a 7-minute walk from the festival’s central stage. Nestled in a quiet Edo-era alleyway just steps from Odawara Station, this traditional machiya inn blends historic charm with modern comfort.

Each room features a view of the ancient castle gate ruins, with springtime blossoms drifting through paper sliding doors. The hotel offers a limited-edition sakura gift box—featuring locally crafted sakura mochi, plum wine, and hand-written blessings—for guests to enjoy morning tea on the private courtyard veranda.

Book via the HopeGoo platform to unlock early-bird rates and complimentary parking for travelers arriving by car.

Odawara Jōge Kō no Yado is the only boutique ryokan offering night illumination viewing with a unique blend of modern glass architecture and Edo-period timber design. Located east of the castle ruins, its rooftop terrace features an interactive light projection system that casts dynamic sakura shadows onto walls, creating an ethereal atmosphere.

Daily from 4 PM, the hotel hosts "Night Sakura Story" sessions—led by a traditional book restorer—who shares classical Japanese poetry inspired by cherry blossoms, accompanied by live shamisen music.

Book the Light Tower Suite for smart curtains with adjustable brightness, allowing you to control the ambient glow. Due to limited capacity (only 20 guests per night), reserve via the HopeGoo app and select the "Night Sakura Premium Package" for priority access.