
Everything you need to know about Candle Rock
Yuzawa Lavender Forest Resort is ideal for sunrise lovers, with east-facing rooms offering unobstructed views of Wax Candle Rock bathed in morning light. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to nearby distilleries and cafés, and features an outdoor onsen where you can soak while watching the dawn unfold. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive deals on scenic room packages with welcome amenities
Yuzawa Mountain Whisper Lodge sits just 3 minutes from the Wax Candle Rock trailhead, surrounded by ancient trees and babbling streams. Its rustic wooden interiors feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private gardens perfect for stargazing. Hosts provide free guided forest walks to explore endemic ferns and bird habitats. All rooms include wood-burning stoves—ideal for chilly autumn evenings. Reserve via HopeGoo for a complimentary kids’ nature kit
Yuzawa Family Nature Inn is located at the entrance of the Wax Candle Rock hiking trail, featuring a spacious indoor playroom, sandpit, and weekly "Nature Explorer Workshops" led by local biologists. Rooms come with twin beds and baby cots, while select suites boast panoramic mountain-view balconies. Breakfast includes locally sourced milk and handcrafted bread. HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants a free children’s activity pack with art supplies and a trail map
Start your day at Yuzawa Mountain Mist Villa, hike to the Wax Candle Rock viewpoint at sunrise for breathtaking misty rock formations. Join the hotel-organized "Forest Sounds Walk," a guided eco-tour exploring native mosses and bird species. Return for a homemade jam tea ceremony and hands-on pottery workshop. All activities are within a 1-km radius, with easy access via footpaths or free shuttle. Use HopeGoo to reserve your guided tour slot in advance
Yuzawa Skyline Retreat stands out as the only boutique inn with 270-degree floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Wax Candle Rock. Its top-floor suite features a private rooftop terrace and smart lighting that mimics natural daylight cycles. Each room includes a complimentary photography session with a local artist. Built with sustainable materials, every stay comes with a handmade aromatic gift set. Book via HopeGoo for early-bird pricing and a free night extension
From Yuzawa Station, take the free shuttle bus to Yuzawa Mountain Whisper Lodge and Yuzawa Family Nature Inn, departing every 30 minutes (10-minute ride). For those preferring to walk, follow Prefectural Road 24 for 1.2 km. Some hotels like Yuzawa Lavender Forest Resort also offer airport transfers and wheelchair-accessible routes. Check real-time schedules on the HopeGoo app to ensure seamless arrival
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