Maneki Neko 3D Coloring Experience

When you enter their rooms, you are greeted by a "Maneki-neko" placed in a box, awaiting their arrival. Inside the box, there is one "Maneki-neko."

This white "Maneki-neko" was made at the kiln of Tokoname-yaki, a pottery town in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, by Umetsuki Tomimoto Doll Park Co., Ltd.

At this representative kiln in Tokoname, numerous "Maneki-neko" are produced. At the Osaka Ukiyoe Ryokan, we hope to make your trip even more memorable by providing you with the "white Maneki-neko" from among them.

As a commemorative activity during your stay, why not try creating a unique Maneki Neko figurine just for you?
You can take the artwork home as a memento of your trip.
May it remind you of the enjoyable trip to Japan every time you see it.

Samurai Armor and Irouchikake Dress-Up Experience Photoshoot

We are currently offering a limited-time "Samurai Armor and Irouchikake(Colorful Wedding Kimono) Dress-Up Experience Photoshoot" for all our current guests, completely free of charge.
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Samurai Room introduction page.

Why not try taking commemorative photos dressed as a Sengoku-era samurai, a female warrior, or in a luxurious Irouchikake(Colorful Wedding Kimono)?
If you are interested, please feel free to let us know when making a reservation.

Basket Bike Experience

The most representative bicycle in Japan is the basket bicycle, which is commonly known as " MaMaChari " in Japan (often named after the mother is riding and the bell is ringing)
Have you seen it in your country?
Not only is it easy to ride, but it is very comfortable to ride on a bicycle and look at the wide scenery against the wind. Do you want to try it too?
People who are about 190 cm tall are also welcome.
We rent out free of charge on a daily basis. Because the number is limited, please make a reservation together when booking accommodation.
Welcome to ride a bicycle to visit Osaka Castle, Nakanoshima Art Museum, Utsubo Park Rose Garden, Osaka Central Wholesale Market, Namba Yasaka Shrine, etc., and more while enjoying the scenery of Osaka.

1 Go-masu (Old Japanese measuring cup) wood branding iron experience

You will get to experience wood branding iron on a 1-Gou (180 cc) wooden Masu (cup). The design is from "Chojyu-Jinbutsu-Giga" (caricatures of birds, animals and humans) and includes a monkey, a rabbit and a frog.

When the hot electric iron is pressed against the surface of the wooden Masu, it makes a sizzling sound and the aroma of burning wood tickles your nose.

It doesn't matter if it is not perfect. It's okay if it's crooked. It's okay if it's blurry. It is one and only unique Masu of your own!

You can take home as a memento of your trip to Japan the 1-Gou Masu you made during your first wood branding iron experience.

And if you ever have a chance to drink sake at home, you can use the Masu cup that you branded!The fragrance of the cypress accentuates the aroma of sake even more.

Even if you are not a sake drinker, the sight of your branded 1-Gou Masu will remind you of a pleasant trip to Japan.

To celebrate the hotel's opening, we are currently offering a free branding experience.
Please enjoy the branding experience following the check-in procedure.

Where: Reception desk, 1st floor
Duration: 15 minutes
Fee: 2,500 yen >> Free Now!

*This service is available only for our hotel guests.
*An electric branding iron is used for this experience.
Although we make every effort to ensure that the experience is safe with the support of our staff, in case of any accidents including burns or other injuries that may occur during the experience without the support of our staff, we are unable to compensate for any injuries that may occur.

Goldfish viewing from above "Kingyo no uwami".

Goldfish first came to Japan from China in 1502 during the Muromachi era (1336-1573).

It was not until the Edo era (1603-1867) that goldfish became the house pet fish for the general public.

There are also many ukiyoe paintings depicting goldfish.

In the Edo era, there were no glass aquariums as there are today, and goldfish were kept in ceramic vessels or tubs and viewed from above.

So goldfish have been bred for their beauty especially when viewed from above.

Enjoy the Japanese way of enjoying goldfish with "Uwami" style.

Hakoniwa (box garden)

You are also welcome to enjoy a "Hakoniwa" (box garden) with miniature houses, bridges, lanterns, fishermen, and more.

Hakoniwa is a small box garden you recreate and enjoy by placing miniatures of various landscape elements, such as a garden or a scenic beauty spot, in a small, not very deep box. Those objects include small trees, dolls, bridges, boats, etc., to simulate a picturesque scene.

It was popular from the late Edo era to the Meiji era. Bonkei and bonsai are also similar concepts to Hakoniwa.

Do you know the stone garden of Ryoanji Temple, a World Heritage Site in Kyoto?

It is a Japanese garden without water, but with stones and white sand to represent the flow of water beautifully.

It is a very popular sight that everyone has probably seen at least once on TV or in a magazine.

This traditional Japanese garden style of wabi-sabi is called karesansui, or dry landscape garden. Though not extravagant, the Karesansui is simple, modest, and evocative of the Japanese style.

Steve Jobs was fascinated by the charm of Karesansui, and is said to have visited Japan many times on his personal visits.

Would you like to create such a Karesansui box garden of your own?

We would be delighted if you would post your beautiful box garden on the Pinterest.

On the 7th floor of Osaka Ukiyoe Hotel, in front of the Rikyu Room, there is a small "Karesansui" that you can check out as well.

Where : All rooms
Time：Anytime
Fee：Free

If you like the experience, you can also purchase the Hakoniwa kit. Please visit "Cool Japan Store".

The Maneki cat◆Lucky dolls◆

The "Maneki-neko," a symbol of good fortune representing Japan. The one with its right paw raised is said to attract wealth and luck, while the one with its left paw raised is believed to beckon people and bring prosperity in business and good relationships.

It is said to have spread during the late Edo period in Japan and has now become a popular and adorable cat not only in Japan but also around the world.

At the Osaka Ukiyoe Ryokan, many "Maneki-neko" welcome guests. The cute "Maneki-neko" has also become a spot for guests to take photos.

Fukusuke doll◆Lucky dolls◆

Do you know " Fukusuke doll"?
Although not as famous as the "Maneki Cat", it is a well-known lucky doll in Japan.
It is characterized by a male sitting upright, with a big bun on the head by Japanese traditional hair style.
Because wishes can be fulfilled, it became popular in Edo (now Tokyo) around 1800 AD, and most of the shops doing business in modern times will display it.
If you do business, thousands of customers will come and your business will prosper; if you put it at home, you will have good fortune and lucky. It is a very popular and intimate doll in Japan.
There is also a posture of "bowing Fukusuke" with a deep bow and head bowed, which is used to express thanks for the presence of guests.
You can find traces of "Fukusuke" in this hotel or in shops all over Japan.

Box pillows

Many people were surprised to see the “Hakomakura (box pillows)” placed on the beds in our hotel.
"I can't sleep with such a pillow!" It's natural to have such thoughts.
In the Edo period in Japan, not only samurai and geisha, but all people slept with such pillows in order not to collapse their hairstyles because their hair was tied up in a Japanese bun.
Even today, few Japanese people have ever seen a “Hakomakura”.
You can try to sleep and have a look, or you can take photos as souvenirs.
Since it is a valuable item, please handle it carefully.

Lanterns

This beautiful lantern is the work of Mr. Tadao Ohtate, the owner of Gallery Hatsusekura, located at the foot of Hasedera Temple in Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture.
It is a beautiful work that was selected as a return gift for Sakurai City's "Furusato Nozei (Hometown Tax)".
"Kacho Fugetsu", "Setsugetsuka", why don't you feel the heart of admiring the beautiful four seasons of Japan?
The work uses cedar roots and cypress from Nara Prefecture, making full use of the unique warm texture of wood.
And this lantern made of combined wood construction without using nails or wood screws.
The light-emitting surface of the lantern board is a curved surface of cypress board with a thickness of only 0.8mm.
Please do not touch the lantern surface because the cypress board will crack if you touch it.

Please note that Gallery Hatsusekura is currently closed, so please do not contact them for inquiries.

Traditional Japanese musical instruments

The room, "Shoen" on the 2nd floor, there are traditional Japanese musical instruments such as shamisen, wakoto, kotsuzumi, and tsuzumi.
Why don't you take a picture with a Japanese musical instrument like the Japanese woman drawn by Shoen Uemura?
This is a delicate instrument, so please handle it gently.

Tatami

Tatami has the effect of keeping moderately moisturizing.
The material is suitable for the climate of Japan, so you can stay warm in winter and cool in summer comfortably.
When Japanese people see tatami mats, they will sit or lie down immediately and relax surrounded by the pleasant scent of tatami mats.
One of the charms of tatami mats is the moderate cushioning that is neither too soft nor too hard.
If you come from a country without tatami mats, please try to spend your time on the wonderful Japanese tatami mats.

Futon

In a Japanese-style room, it can be used as a dining room when a table with short legs is placed on the tatami mats; when the table is put away and a quilt is spread on the tatami mats, it can be used as a bedroom .
The quilt that you put on the tatami mat is called "shiki futon", and the quilt that you put on your body is called "kake futon".
The futon is foldable and easy to move.
It's good to fold and move and use the room widely.
Fold the futon in half as a backrest, and sit on the tatami mat to become a sofa.
Would you like to try the "futon sofa" once?

Bed

There are no fixed beds at Osaka Ukiyoe Hotel.
For that reason, there is an extension cord next to the pillow.
Why not fix the bed?
That's because the owner of the Osaka Ukiyoe Hotel believes that when parents take their children on a trip, they will not let their children fall out of the bed.
So, parents try to put the bed side by side and let the child sleep between them.
However, because the bedside table is fixed usually, the two beds cannot be completely arranged.
As a result, the bed had to be moved under the bedside table to put nearly in a staggered manner and parents sleep with the child by this way.
If the bedside table is not fixed, you can align the bed side by side.
If you are traveling with children, please move the bed if necessary and get a good night's sleep.

Okiandon

"Andon" is one of the popular lighting fixtures in the Edo period.
The light sources are candles, rapeseed oil, fish oil and other flames.
Originally it was used to be carried around, so it is called " Andon ". "行＋灯" = ""walk + light"
There are various types, such as portable ones, indoor ones, and wall-hung ones.

At Osaka Ukiyoe Hotel, instead of using candles or oil, we reproduce the "lantern" with electricity.
You can see it in Japanese period dramas, Akira Kurosawa's movie "Seven Samurai" and Tom Cruise's movie "The Last Samurai".
Certainly, please take a photo with the lantern as a memory of your trip to Japan.