Located next to the hotel, the Japanese Garden Urakuen, is home to the National Treasure Tea House “Jo-an” and lies to the east of Inuyama Castle.
The garden was reconstructed under the guidance of Sutemi Horiguchi, following the Shoden-in style inspired by the pagoda of Kenninji Temple in Kyoto, and reopened in 1972.

A temple of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism, believed to have been established over 500 years ago.

Inuyama Yaki (Inuyama Pottery) has a long history,  dating back to Genroku era (1688-1704). It has been valued as the garden pottery of Lord Naruse of the Inuyama Domain. The pottery includes a range of styles, from Seto-style wares with iron and ash glazes, to Seika porcelain, simple Kourin-style pieces featuring cherry blossoms and maple leaves painted in Unkin pattern, as well as elaborate red-painted designs. 

The Kiso River coast is considered one of Japan’s eight most scenic spots.

These mountains, located at the northern end of Kagamihara Plateau, serves as a natural boundary between Seki and Gifu cities.

Inuyama Castle, one of Japan’s five national treasures castles, is believed to have been built in 1537 during Muromachi period by Oda Nobuyasu, the uncle of Oda Nobunaga

A theme park that showcases the culture of the Meiji era. You can enjoy their curry bread, made from a recipe in ‘Shokudoraku’, a bestselling gourmet literature book from that time. 

An open-air ethnographic museum that showcases the diverse life and cultures from around the world.

‘Jo-an’ is one of only 3 existing national treasures tea houses in Japan, built by the warlord and renowned tea master Oda Urakusai, the younger brother of Oda Nobunaga.

Inuyama Castle Town grew alongside the development of Inuyama Castle. It is believed that the castle’s lord promoted the town’s growth by encouraging merchants and craftsmen of the same trade to live in close proximity. This influence is reflected in the names of areas such as Kajiya-machi (blacksmith craftsmen town) and Uoya-machi (fishmonger town) which offer a glimpse into the town’s historic organisation. 

The Inuyama Festival, recognised as an Important Intangible Folk Culture Property, is a traditional Japanese festival that has been celebrated since the Edo Period (1603~1868). Originating in 1635, it is dedicated to Haritsuna Shrine. The festival features 13 three-tiered festival floats, designated as Tangible Folk Cultural Properties of Aichi Prefecture, along with three additional parade floats. These magnificent floats are pulled through the castle town, where a captivating puppet performance takes place, accompanied by the melodies of flutes and drums. As night falls, the floats are illuminated with lanterns and make their way through streets adorned with cherry blossoms in full bloom. The dazzling procession rich in colours and elegance, resembles a stunning brocade painting.

Sanko Inari Shrine is a historic shrine nestled at the base of Shiroyama, with Inuyama Castle perched at the summit. The shrine attracts many visitors who are touring the castle. The charming pink heart-shaped ema (votive tablets) is especially popular among women!

Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden is dedicated to showcasing local ingredients, embracing the rich, nostalgic food culture of the region. Indigo Home Kitchen Yamateras offers a dining experience that highlights the flavour of the past while using an abundance of seasonal ingredients sourced from the surrounding neighbourhood.

Founded in Nagoya in 1948, Saito Coffee brings decades of expertise in roasting and blending, honed in Nagoya’s renowned coffee culture. This exceptional craftsmanship is reflected in every cup served at the hotel.

Savour the rich flavour of the neighbourhood, crafted with meticulous attention to detail.

Lake Iruka, located in the suburbs of Inuyama City, Aichi prefecture, captivates visitors with stunning scenery. In winter, Indigo Home Kitchen Yamateras features dishes made with ‘wakasagi’ (Japanese pond smelt), a local delicacy unique to the season.

Moriguchi Daikon, the world’s longest daikon radish, can grow over one meter in length, with some reaching nearly 2 meters. This traditional vegetable, originally from Moriguchi City, is primarily enjoyed as pickles.

Due to urbanisation, its cultivation in Moriguchi city has declined since the late Meiji period (1868-1912). Today, it mainly grows along the Kiso River in Aichi and Gifu Prefectures, where it is widely known as Moriguchi-zuke (Moriguchi pickles). Guests can also enjoy this local specialty as part of the hotel’s Japanese breakfast.

Seki Milk, produced in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, undergoes a special pasteurisation process that enhances its natural sweetness and rich flavour. It is available at the breakfast semi-buffet.

Iruka Honey, a locally produced specialty of Inuyama City, is known for its rich natural flavour. Guests can indulge in a variety of treats made with this delicious honey, including a sweets buffet.

Minori Farm is run by Akihito Tsuda and his family who are originally from Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture. They cultivate Mino Musume, a unique strawberry variety developed in Gifu Prefecture.

Mino Musume is specially bred for desserts, featuring a high sugar content of 10-12 degrees. These large, conical strawberries boast a vibrant, glossy red skin, earning them the nickname “Deep Red Diamond”.

Enjoy the rich flavour of locally grown strawberries at the sweets buffet.

Aichi no Kaori rice from Inuyama is cultivated in the region’s rich natural environment.

As part of a special hotel initiative, we partnered with local farmers to plant and harvest a unique blend, ‘Aichi no Kaori’. This fragrant, flavourful rice is served in the restaurant for a limited time during the season.   

Each grain is grown with care and dedication – we invite you to savour the taste of this locally nurtured Neighbourhood rice.

Inuyama is known for its vibrant street food culture, perfect for strolling and sampling local delights.

We embrace Inuyama’s rich culinary heritage, offering dishes inspired by seasonal ingredients, history and the unique flavours of the surrounding Neighbourhood area, bringing a nostalgic yet fresh dining experience.