Cultural Experiences
Green Tea Experience at Suirakuen Garden
Try matcha green tea in a traditional tea house in Suirakuen Garden, located inside Nanko Park. Suirakuen Garden is also a popular place to visit for its fall foliage.
- Home
- Destinations
- Hotel Toraya
Hotel Toraya
Hotel Toraya is located in Sukagawa, a historic city that was once a flourishing castle town during the Kamakura period and a key post station along the Oshu Kaido during the Edo era. Established on September 18, 1885, Toraya is the oldest traditional inn in Sukagawa, Fukushima Prefecture.
The inn’s name, 'Toraya,' is inspired by the Japanese proverb, "The tiger travels a thousand miles and returns a thousand miles," reflecting the hope that guests will enjoy their stay in Sukagawa, create lasting memories, and return for future visits.
With over 130 years of history, Hotel Toraya has upheld its founding philosophy: “Cherishing our guests above all and thriving together with them.” This tradition of hospitality continues to be central to the inn’s values.
Venue Details
| Website | https://www.hoteltoraya.com/(Japanese) |
|---|---|
| Contact | info@hoteltoraya.com 0248-76-1121 |
| Accommodation details | Capacity: 25 single rooms, 6 deluxe singles, 3 doubles, 4 twin rooms, 1 suite Check in / Check out: 15:00 / 10:00 |
| Access | 41 Miyazakicho, Sukagawa, Fukushima 962-0842 View directions |
|---|---|
| Getting there | By Car: 6min drive from Koriyama I.C. exit off the Tohoku Expressway Mapcode for Car GPS:61 435 345*33 |
Nearby
Outdoor Activities
Bandai-Azuma Skyline Cycling Route
The Bandai-Azuma Skyline is one of the top cycling routes of Japan! The route brings cyclists through dense green forests to volcanic terrain and sweeping views of Fukushima city and the volcanic peak of Mt. Kofuji, or “Little Fuji”. In autumn this course is warmed by vibrant autumn leaves, that make for a magical ride! Fukushima has routes for cyclists of all levels! Click here for more information about Cycling Courses and Events in Fukushima! (Click here to read our blog about cycling the scenic Bandai-Azuma Skyline!)
Outdoor Activities
Fukushima Sky Park
A rural landing field located 10 km Northwest of central Fukushima City. Starting with the Azuma Mountain range, the beautiful mountain vistas surrounding this massive location will leave you mesmerized. In addition to aircraft take-off and landing practice, it is possible to use the Fukushima Sky Park for various events. It is widely used for music events, automobile and motorcycle test drives, and a test venue for public organizations.
Cultural Experiences
Design Your Own Shirakawa Daruma
There are records of Shirakawa Daruma (Japanese traditional dolls) being sold as far back as the feudal reign of the Niwa Domain in 1627. Current Shirakawa Daruma are known as “Shirakawa Tsurugame Shochikubai Daruma.” The faces of these dolls are painted to incorporate various animals and plants, with the eyebrows representing cranes, the mustache representing a turtle, the ears representing pines and plum trees, and the beard representing bamboo or pine trees. All of these images are thought to bring good luck. The daruma is known to be a very classical, lucky talisman, started by Matsudaira Sadanobu, the lord of Shirakawa, when he hired the renowned painter Tani Buncho to paint the now famous face on the daruma doll. Once every year a large Shirakawa Daruma Market is held to celebrate and sell the beloved daruma dolls. You can paint your own daruma at the two daruma workshops in town!
You might also like
Hotels
Urban Hotel Nihonmatsu
Urban Hotel Nihonmatsu is located just a short walk from JR Nihonmatsu Station, making it a convenient option for visitors. It serves as a good base for exploring Nihonmatsu, including attractions like Kasumigajo Castle and the surrounding castle town atmosphere. The hotel is also suitable for travelers looking to explore the wider Fukushima area throughout the year. In addition to leisure stays, it caters to business travelers and can accommodate various meetings and events.
Hotels
Hotel Hamatsu
Hotel Hamatsu stands in a very central location, just a short taxi ride from Koriyama Station - the transport hub of Fukushima Prefecture. Hotel Hamatsu's front desk is open 24-hours a day, and there is an on-site restaurant, which makes the hotel a very comfortable, convenient place to stay when traveling in the prefecture.
Hotels
Hotel Sansuiso
This lovely hot spring lodging offers a unique experience. You’ll be able to hear the sound of the two-tiered waterfall along the Arakawa River from their open-air hot spring baths. Enjoy the wonderful views of the abundant local nature in this rural haven. Take a moment for yourself at this luxurious hotel. Not only do they have picturesque open-air baths, but they have a diverse number of them. Choose from four types of public hot springs and five types of reservable private baths to make your experience perfect.
Hotels
British Hills
British Hills is tucked away in the countryside of Tenei Village, in southern Fukushima Prefecture. Experience British culture and cuisine at this educational facility and accommodation complex. Guests can choose from a range of accommodation options, including dormitory rooms, which have been designed in the style of traditional British boarding school rooms. The guest houses are all build in the traditional style of their respective times, including Tudor and Georgian.