
Higashi-Yamato/Old Power Station/WWII Relic Top Hotel Picks
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Everything you need to know about Old Power Station/WWII Relic
The Takatori Factory Heritage Hotel, just a 7-minute walk from the former Hitachi Aircraft Takatori Factory Substation, offers a rare immersive stay rooted in Japan’s aviation history. Each room features original factory artifacts and vintage blueprints, with the Aircraft Heritage Suite offering a direct view of the substation and railway tracks.
Guests can join the hotel’s exclusive Night Walk Tour, led by retired engineers who share technical insights into the site’s wartime operations. The tour includes access to restored control rooms and archival displays. For a truly authentic experience, reserve your spot via the HopeGoo app—limited to 12 participants per session, ensuring intimate storytelling and deep historical engagement.
The Takatori Factory Kids’ Discovery Inn is the only family-focused hotel within walking distance (300m) of the old Hitachi Aircraft Takatori Factory Substation. Just a 5-minute stroll away, it features a dedicated aviation-themed playroom with flight simulators, vintage pilot uniforms for dressing up, and interactive map puzzles that teach kids about Japan’s aviation legacy.
Outside, the Heritage Mini Trail guides families through scaled models of historic electrical equipment, complete with scavenger hunt clues that encourage teamwork and curiosity. The hotel offers family breakfast kits with handmade paper airplanes and local artisan bread, plus complimentary baby cots and children’s tableware. Reserve your stay through the HopeGoo platform to unlock special family packages and priority HopeGoo.
Start by walking 400 meters along Nishi-yama-dori, then turn left onto Kōjō-mae Road and proceed another 150 meters to reach the Takatori Factory Heritage Hotel—a total of 8 minutes on foot. Along the way, you’ll pass preserved railway tracks and vintage power poles, creating a nostalgic journey through industrial heritage.
The hotel’s North Wing Scenic Rooms face the original substation façade and central plaza, offering breathtaking views during sunrise when golden light reflects off the metal roof. Some rooms include historical projection walls showing archived footage of wartime factory operations, enhancing the immersive experience. Book via the HopeGoo app to receive a complimentary "Factory Memory Card," unlocking exclusive exhibitions and guided tours within the hotel.
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