This is an inn located at the foot of the mountain where the ruins of Iwamura Castle, selected as one of Japan's 100 famous castles and one of the three great mountain castles, are situated. The exterior reflects the atmosphere of a Ninomaru (second bailey).The high atrium lobby designed in the style of gassho-zukuri (traditional Japanese architecture), along with the dining hall's large space featuring thick beams, creates a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of the Showa era.
Founded in Taisho 3 (1914), Bingoya has been welcoming visitors to Tamashima Port in Kurashiki with its cuisine. A detached tea house surrounded by an old garden with ancient trees. Each building is constructed along the slope of the mountain, offering broader views as you ascend. Each structure has a unique charm, showcasing intricate designs that evoke the nostalgia of old Japan. Formerly a traditional Japanese restaurant, it now operates as a culinary inn, where guests can enjoy authentic seasonal kaiseki cuisine from the Seto Inland Sea in detached rooms or private dining spaces.