Published date: September 13, 2024
A Luxurious Stay Experience Merging History at Hotel Indigo Inuyama Yurakuen
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Experience of the stay
I had a luxurious stay at Hotel Indigo Inuyama Yurakuen, which is adjacent to Inuyama Yurakuen, and enjoyed the world of Oda Yūraku. After visiting the national treasure tea room "Jo-an" and enjoying the stunning views from Inuyama Castle, I was able to relax at the hotel, experiencing a fusion of history and modern comfort.
In the Yurakuen, I visited "Jo-an," a tea room built by Oda Nobunaga's younger brother, Oda Yūraku, in his later years. Despite being a compact space, the beauty consciousness is condensed within it. What caught my eye were the triangular tatami mats called "uroidai" and the calendar from that era attached to the wall. I enjoyed the details that give a glimpse of the playful spirit of the time.
The room was decorated with illustrations of Inuyama Castle, which made the children very happy (laughs).
Experiences during the trip
To get from Chubu Centrair International Airport to Inuyama Yurakuen, you can follow this route:
- Take the Meitetsu Limited Express "Mu Sky" from Chubu Centrair Airport Station (about 28 minutes)
- Transfer at Meitetsu Nagoya Station to the Limited Express or Rapid Express on the Meitetsu Inuyama Line (about 25 minutes)
- Get off at Meitetsu Inuyama Yuen Station and walk about 7 minutes to reach Hotel Indigo Inuyama Yurakuen.
Now, the center of sightseeing is Inuyama Castle. From the oldest existing wooden tenshukaku in Japan, you can overlook the Kiso River, which is quite breathtaking. Historic buildings have a different atmosphere, don't they? Standing in the tenshukaku, thinking about the past lords who must have seen the same view, I felt a connection that transcends time.
In the Inuyama castle town's Main Street, there are various shops and souvenir stores, but be careful as they close early. I tried the local specialty "Genkotsu Ame." It has a hint of sweetness with a distinct kinako flavor. When I visited in summer, it was soft, but I heard it gets harder in winter due to the lower temperatures. Be sure to try it!
Also, there aren't many restaurants nearby for dinner, so it's best to make a reservation at the hotel or prepare in advance.