Those who want to experience ancient Japan, can find it at the 450 years old Heihachi Tea House Inn, a 5-minute walk from Shugakuin Station. It features a Japanese steam sauna, an exquisite garden and traditional cuisine. Located along the Takano River, Tea House Inn Heihachi boasts a garden where guests can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring or colourful autumn leaves. Its 400-year old Kigyumon Gate comes from a Zen Buddhist Temple. The hotel is surrounded by nature, and it offers views of Mount Hiei. Japanese-style guest accommodations feature tatami (woven-straw) floor with traditional futon bedding, an LCD TV and yukata robes. Rooms all come with an attached toilet, while bathing facilities are shared. Guests can soak in the public bath on site, which is open between 16:00-22:00 and 07:00-09:00. At its dining room, Heichachi Inn Tea House serves a Japanese breakfast and a traditional multi-course meal with local seasonal dishes. The Heihachi Tea House Inn is a 10-minute drive from both the Ginkaku-ji Temple and the Shimogamo-ji Temple.