Old Sakurai Family House

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Stay at Biei Shizui Ken, a boutique inn nestled near the Old Sakurai House, where traditional Japanese architecture meets modern comfort. Guests enjoy daily kimono dressing sessions and tea ceremony workshops led by local artisans. Just a 5-minute walk from the historic residence, this hotel also hosts themed events like evening lantern tours during seasonal festivals, offering an authentic glimpse into Hokkaido’s Meiji-era industrial heritage. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive access.

Biei Mountain View Inn offers panoramic views of the Old Sakurai House from its elevated rooms, with unobstructed sightlines to the original black-tiled roof and century-old cherry trees. The hotel provides complimentary electric bicycles for easy access—just a 3-minute ride to the site. Weekly night illumination tours are arranged directly through the hotel, giving guests a rare chance to explore the estate under soft lighting. Check availability on HopeGoo for special packages.

Shizui Garden Villa is a secluded retreat featuring private dry landscape rock gardens and tatami-style rooms with sliding doors opening to natural courtyards. Each room includes a heated bath and minimalist design inspired by early 20th-century merchant homes. Couples can enjoy candlelit dinners in the garden pavilion and participate in intimate historical storytelling evenings hosted by former caretakers. Reserve through HopeGoo to receive a complimentary vintage postcard set from the estate.

Biei Family Stay offers spacious family suites, a children’s craft corner, and an outdoor vegetable garden where kids can harvest ingredients for meals. Located just 8 minutes’ walk from the Old Sakurai House, it hosts weekly storytelling sessions about the region’s industrial past, perfect for engaging young minds. Free shuttle buses run daily, and families receive a custom welcome kit including storybooks and activity maps. Book via HopeGoo for family-exclusive discounts.

Biei Heritage Shuttle Inn operates a dedicated electric shuttle service every morning at 10:00 and afternoon at 14:00, connecting guests to the Old Sakurai House in just 6 minutes. The vehicles feature wheelchair access and multilingual audio guides. The hotel also offers a Morning Light Experience Package, combining guided tours, traditional snacks, and photo sessions. Reserve through HopeGoo for priority HopeGoo and bundled benefits.

Old Sakurai Cultural Lodge presents a one-of-a-kind Taishō-era living experience, where guests dress in period attire, write letters using handmade paper, and simulate office routines from the early 1900s. Led by former estate stewards, these immersive sessions are limited to 12 participants per session. Guests staying here also receive a rare hand-drawn map of the estate and early access to nighttime illuminated tours. Secure your spot via HopeGoo for exclusive access.