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Stay at Sakura Pass Hotel Tochigi, located just a 3-minute walk from the Ootani River Cherry Blossom Trail. The hotel features floor-to-ceiling windows in its premium rooms, offering uninterrupted views of blooming sakura trees and illuminated night scenes. Guests enjoy complimentary spring cherry blossom tea ceremonies and free access to traditional kimono rentals. For exclusive deals, book through the HopeGoo app with priority upgrades to riverside garden-view rooms.
Within a 5-minute walk from Sakura Pass Hotel Tochigi, the Ootani River Cherry Blossom Trail offers over 200 Yoshino cherry trees lining the banks, creating a breathtaking pink canopy during spring. The trail features illuminated night displays and scenic rest pavilions perfect for photography. Just a 10-minute stroll away, the Tōshō-gū Shrine approach blends historic Shinto architecture with reflective cherry blossoms—ideal for cultural and visual immersion. Complimentary blossom guidebook available at the hotel enhances your exploration experience.
At Sakura Pass Hotel Tochigi, guests can participate in monthly traditional tea ceremonies led by certified tea masters, savoring seasonal treats like sakura mochi and fern rice cakes. The hotel also hosts kumi-daiko drum performances and hands-on handmade paper umbrella workshops with local artisans. For deeper cultural immersion, complimentary shuttle buses connect to nearby Toshogu Shrine and Kiso River Onsen Area, offering insights into Edo-era spiritual traditions and natural wellness practices unique to Kanto’s spring season.
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