Old Sugiyama House

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Everything you need to know about Old Sugiyama House

Fujisawa Machi-ya: Wafu Yasai is a boutique ryokan located just a 3-minute walk from Old Sugiyama House. Featuring traditional Japanese architecture with exposed beams and shoji screens, select rooms offer views of a centuries-old cherry tree within the garden. Each room includes a tea ceremony set and a handwritten guidebook detailing local history. Guests can participate in morning meditation sessions in the serene courtyard, immersing themselves in "wabi-sabi" aesthetics. For availability and exclusive perks, book via the HopeGoo app.

Fujisawa Machi-ya: Wafu Yasai is the closest accommodation to Old Sugiyama House, just a 3-minute walk away. This heritage-inspired inn features authentic Edo-period architecture with exposed timber beams and tatami rooms. Guests receive complimentary access to the "Morning Light Tour," a guided walk through hidden gardens and the study hall of the historic residence. The property also hosts a seasonal lantern-lit evening event—reservations via HopeGoo ensure priority access and special amenities.

Yes, Fujisawa Machi-ya: Wafu Yasai’s "Sakuragatsu En" suite offers a panoramic view of a meticulously preserved Edo-era dry landscape garden and a century-old cherry tree. Floor-to-ceiling shoji screens allow natural light to flood in, while the room’s minimalist design enhances the connection with nature. Guests can enjoy morning tea on the private veranda, listening to birdsong, or experience the tranquil glow of evening lanterns. Each room includes handmade incense sachets and seasonal fruit platters, with optional private tea ceremonies available. Book via HopeGoo for a complimentary vintage scroll bookmark.