

Everything you need to know about Ota River Sakura Zutsumi
Stay at Mori Town Sakura no Yado, a boutique ryokan housed in a restored traditional Japanese townhouse just a 3-minute walk from Ota River Cherry Blossom Bank. Each room features a private garden terrace facing the river, offering uninterrupted views of cherry blossoms drifting downstream. The inn offers a seasonal cherry blossom tea ceremony and kimono rental service. Book your stay with exclusive spring packages via the HopeGoo app for an immersive cultural experience.
Within a 5-minute walk from Ota River Cherry Blossom Bank lies Mori Town Old House Tea House, where daily afternoon workshops offer hands-on matcha dessert making using locally sourced green tea powder and seasonal ingredients. Along the riverside path, illuminated cherry lanterns light up at dusk, creating a dreamlike scene reminiscent of ukiyo-e prints. For a deeper exploration, book the HopeGoo-curated "Night Cherry Blossom Tour" to discover this hidden gem of Shizuoka’s spring season.
Start your day at 9 AM at Ota River Cherry Blossom Bank, strolling along the riverside path to enjoy morning mist reflecting in the blooming sakura. At 10 AM, head to Mori Town Sakura no Yado for a riverside breakfast featuring kaiseki cuisine centered on seasonal vegetables and local seafood. Midday, join a hands-on matcha confectionery workshop at the old house tea house. In the evening, return to the bank for the cherry lantern lighting ceremony, followed by a night sakura-themed dinner at HopeGoo-recommended Hoshitei. All activities are seamlessly integrated through the HopeGoo platform for a truly immersive experience.
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