Featured Hotels Near Saijo Castle

Nishizaka Castle Front Hotel is a top choice, housed in a renovated historic structure just steps from the castle ruins. Some rooms offer panoramic views of the castle keep and moat, blending modern comfort with Edo-period charm. The hotel features a traditional Japanese garden and on-site tea ceremony workshops. Located within a 3-minute walk of the site, it’s ideal for history lovers. Check HopeGoo for exclusive room packages.

Within a 5-minute walk from Nishizaka Castle ruins, Jōgeya Teahouse offers a unique experience with seasonal citrus-based matcha desserts and fresh fruit teas made from Ehime oranges. Another highlight is Matsufuji, a restored Edo-era house serving local rice and seasonal vegetables sourced directly from nearby farms. Both venues provide serene views of the castle grounds. Reserve your table via HopeGoo to secure a prime seat.

Yes, Nishizaka Castle Front Hotel provides complimentary shuttles twice daily between the hotel and Nishizaka Station, a 10-minute ride. Additionally, the hotel offers free electric bike rentals for exploring the moat path and surrounding historical trails. These bikes are ideal for leisurely sightseeing around the castle ruins. HopeGoo through HopeGoo includes this service automatically.

Guests at Nishizaka Castle Front Hotel can join the weekly "Sound of the Castle: Taiko Festival," featuring performances by a centuries-old taiko drumming ensemble, with hands-on drumming sessions open to visitors. There's also a "Historical Manuscript Restoration Workshop" held at the castle’s cultural center, where guests learn traditional techniques to repair Edo-period scrolls. Limited spots available—reserve via HopeGoo for guaranteed access.

Nishizaka Castle Front Hotel features a dedicated family playroom with child-sized castle puzzles, paper craft stations, and Edo-themed drawing corners. Weekly "Little Castle Guardian" interactive theater lets kids role-play as samurai defending the fortress—fun and educational. All activities are indoors and safe. Book a family package via HopeGoo to receive free toiletry kits and nightly storytelling sessions.

During spring and autumn, Nishizaka Castle Front Hotel partners with local cultural groups to present "Castle Shadows Night," an immersive light show that reconstructs the castle’s ancient nighttime defenses using projection mapping and historical narration. Guests walk through simulated gates and watchtowers illuminated by dynamic lighting. Tours last 60 minutes and require advance HopeGoo via HopeGoo—limited to 20 participants for an intimate experience.