(Winter) A Cozy Stay in Takeno Beach Town
Spend a snow day in this retro fishing village, just one train stop away from Kinosaki Onsen.
- DETAILS
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- Takeno
- 2 days, 1 night
- train / bus
- solo travelersenior travelerfamily with kids
- Winter
Day 01
Takeno Station
About15min.
by foot
Yakisugi Homes
A storybook setting unfolds as soon as visitors step foot off the train at Takeno Station.
Sleepy narrow roads are lined with cozy retro yakisugi (charred cedar) homes, an architectural hallmark of the fishing and beach town.
Sleepy narrow roads are lined with cozy retro yakisugi (charred cedar) homes, an architectural hallmark of the fishing and beach town.
About5min.
by foot
Oyojikan
Oyojikan, originally the home of Takeno’s village leader and Kitamae ship owner, is now a free museum and rest space in Takeno that houses temporary exhibitions, a vintage photo gallery, and permanent exhibitions about Takeno’s history.
Take a moment to warm up here!
Take a moment to warm up here!
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About5min.
by foot
Takeno Beach
The beach is in sight! While a bit chilly for swimming, crunch the snow beneath your shoes and trek along the white expansive beach.
If you're up for a hike, the view from Mount Jaja gives a spectacular glimpse of Nekozaki Peninsula!
If you're up for a hike, the view from Mount Jaja gives a spectacular glimpse of Nekozaki Peninsula!
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About5min.
by foot
Okukinosaki Seaside Hotel
Check into Okukinosaki Seaside Hotel, located at the end of Takeno Beach.
Dinner
No need to worry about dinner plans - Okukinosaki has got you covered with in-room dining featuring fresh crab, steak, and more in a traditional banquet-style meal. The crab served during winter is Snow Crab, a specialty with longer legs and rich meat!
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Hot Spring
Go for an evening soak in Okukinosaki's indoor and outdoor baths (tip: save the outdoor bath for last! Listening to the waves crashing against the shore will make falling asleep in your futon all the more easy).
Day 02
Breakfast at Hotel
Make it a slow morning with breakfast prepared right when you wake up.
About5min.
by foot
Kitamaekan Hot Spring & Museum
After breakfast, learn some history about Takeno at the Kitamaekan Museum.
The Kazemachi Museum is a free two-story museum with exhibits explaining the history of the unique geological formations dotting Takeno Beach as well as Takeno’s history as a trading hub. Explanations are also written in English.
Try out the indoor and outdoor hot spring baths along with saunas on the second floor!
The Kazemachi Museum is a free two-story museum with exhibits explaining the history of the unique geological formations dotting Takeno Beach as well as Takeno’s history as a trading hub. Explanations are also written in English.
Try out the indoor and outdoor hot spring baths along with saunas on the second floor!
DISCOVER EVEN MORE
About15min.
by foot
Takeno Station
Say your final goodbyes to Takeno at the train station! Feel free to walk back to the station, or inquire at check out for a lift.