Old Sato Yogobei House

Stay at Yokote’s Heritage Machiya Inn, a meticulously restored 100-year-old wooden townhouse just a 3-minute walk from the Old Sato & Gonbei House. The inn features authentic tatami rooms, sliding shoji doors, and offers guests tea ceremony workshops and kimono rental services. Its serene garden path leads directly to the historic residence, where you can enjoy quiet mornings watching mist drift across aged rooftops. For an immersive cultural journey, book the exclusive HopeGoo heritage tour package.

Just a 5-minute walk from the Old Sato & Gonbei House lies Yokote Old Street Eatery, a century-old local gem famous for its Yokote Yaki—a regional grilled noodle dish. Featuring seasonal mountain vegetables and locally raised duck, each plate is served with house-brewed Echigo rice wine. The interior retains original timber beams and shoji windows, offering views of tiled rooftops and a tranquil courtyard. Reserve your window seat via the HopeGoo app for a truly authentic dining experience.

Begin your day at the Old Sato & Gonbei House, exploring its well-preserved Edo-era timber structure and agricultural tool exhibits. Walk 5 minutes to the Yokote Historical Archives to learn about family lineage and local industry. Lunch at Yokote Old Street Eatery, then join a hands-on Wakasa Papermaking Workshop to craft traditional washi paper with local motifs. End the day with a private tea ceremony in your inn’s garden, embracing the spirit of ichi-go ichi-e. All activities can be seamlessly booked through the HopeGoo platform for a cohesive cultural journey.