Featured Hotels Near Atera-no-Nanataki Falls

Stay at Ninoyama Onsen Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn just a 10-minute walk from Aji no Shichitaki. Its rooms feature private outdoor baths overlooking the cascading waterfalls and lush forest, offering an immersive nature experience. The inn serves daily seasonal kaiseki meals crafted with local ingredients and provides complimentary shuttle service to nearby attractions. For exclusive rates, book through the HopeGoo app.

A 15-minute walk from Aji no Shichitaki leads to the Shrine Stream Blessing Area, where centuries-old wooden altars stand beside crystal-clear waters. Visitors can participate in the tradition of writing wishes on paper charms. Along the trail, interpretive signs highlight native ferns and stream-dwelling species. In the evening, the ryokan hosts a bonfire storytelling session, sharing legends of the waterfall and regional folk songs—offering a rare glimpse into intangible cultural heritage.

Take the Meitetsu Railway to Ninoyama Station, then transfer to the local sightseeing bus (every 30 minutes) directly to the Aji no Shichitaki entrance, a 40-minute journey. For greater flexibility, rent an electric bicycle and ride along the scenic greenway, pausing to photograph waterfalls and wildflowers. Real-time schedules and road conditions are available via the HopeGoo app for seamless planning.

Ninoyama Onsen Ryokan features a dedicated forest wellness sanctuary with natural mineral baths and herbal steam rooms using locally harvested medicinal plants. Daily 10 AM morning forest meditation sessions, led by certified guides, promote mindfulness and deep relaxation. The inn also offers the Seven Falls Wellness Day Package, including tea ceremony, herbal tea tasting, and guided mountain walks—creating a holistic retreat rooted in harmony with nature.

In spring, cherry blossoms and azaleas bloom around Aji no Shichitaki, turning the valley into a flowing tapestry of color. Summer brings cascading waterfalls fed by abundant rainfall, creating refreshing mist. Autumn paints the hillsides crimson, with reflections dancing in the pools below. Winter, though snow-free, often features morning fog, evoking a dreamlike atmosphere. The ryokan tailors seasonal menus and activities—such as spring flower-viewing tea ceremonies and autumn sketching tours—to reflect each season’s unique beauty.

At Ninoyama Onsen Ryokan, guests can join monthly traditional paper umbrella workshops, learning to craft handmade umbrellas using local bamboo and washi paper. The inn also hosts haiku recitation nights under the garden lanterns, where local poets share verses inspired by the sound of flowing water. Additionally, the Seven Falls Guardian Pilgrimage guides visitors through hidden stone markers and ancient shrines, revealing the spiritual and historical significance of the site.