Frequently Asked Questions
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These answers were written by AI from the property's official website. The property has not checked them. Collected on September 21, 2026. Prices and times may be out of date, so please confirm anything important with the property.
Access (1)
How do I get there?
By train, take the Seibu bus for Ogano Shako from Seibu-Chichibu Station on the Seibu Chichibu Line, about 30 minutes, alight at the Matsuida stop and walk about 5 minutes. By car it is about 40 minutes from Hanazono IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway via Route 140.
Check-in (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is 15:00 and check-out is 10:00. Times may differ by plan, so please check when booking.
Pets (1)
Can I stay with a pet?
Please contact the property directly about bringing a pet.
Occasions (1)
What kind of guests does the inn suit?
It is popular with people who want to play go or shogi and with those who want to relax amid the nature of Chichibu. Many guests also use it as a base for Nagatoro, Mount Ryokami and Mitsumine Shrine, and many return.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
What sights are there nearby?
The inn is well placed for seeing western Chichibu, with Nagatoro, Mount Ryokami and Mitsumine Shrine all close by. You can also enjoy the rich culture and nature of Chichibu, including Ogano kabuki, the pilgrimage to the 34 Chichibu temples and the flower trails.
Foreign-language support (1)
Do you offer service in other languages?
Please contact the property directly for details.
Stay plans (1)
Are there multi-night discounts or special plans?
Please see the official website or contact the property about the accommodation plans.
Facility features (1)
You are known as the go and shogi inn. What does that mean?
It began when the owner two generations back collected go boards, and we have been used ever since as the go and shogi inn. We keep go and shogi boards, making us an unusual inn where you can play during your stay.
Hot springs (1)
What is distinctive about the hot spring?
You can enjoy the natural hot spring known as Takane no Yu, water nurtured by the rich nature of the Chichibu region, which eases the tiredness of daily life.
Meals (1)
What food can I enjoy?
We serve dishes using local Chichibu ingredients, mainly produce from the mountains and rivers, prepared with care. Simple but attentive hospitality is what we value.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is a car park. Please contact the property directly about capacity and conditions of use.
Other (6)
What time is check-out?
10:00.
What time is check-in?
15:00.
What is the address?
1853 Ogano, Ogano Town, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture
How do I get there?
About 30 minutes on the Seibu bus for Ogano Shako from Seibu-Chichibu Station, alighting at the Matsuida stop, then about 5 minutes' walk. About 40 minutes from Hanazono IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway via Route 140.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Not available.