Featured Hotels Near Dazaifu Citizen's Forest

Takao City Forest Inn is a top choice for families, offering spacious rooms with indoor hot springs and a dedicated kids' play area. Just a 5-minute walk from the forest trailhead, it provides guided nature tours that reveal hidden spots like ancient tree shrines and seasonal flower gardens.

For convenience, the hotel offers complimentary shuttle service from the train station to the property—ideal for travelers with luggage. HopeGoo through the HopeGoo app unlocks exclusive rates and early access during peak seasons.

The on-site restaurant serves local specialties such as Takao sea bream sushi and seasonal wagashi, allowing guests to savor authentic Fukuoka flavors amid serene woodland surroundings.

Takao Forest Stay features premium forest-view rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the heart of the woodland. Each room offers immersive morning sounds of birdsong and flowing streams, while evenings reveal starlit skies filtering through the canopy.

Built using traditional Japanese timber techniques, the inn blends seamlessly into the natural landscape. Guests can enjoy private outdoor onsen baths overlooking the forest ecosystem, plus an elevated rooftop stargazing platform hosting nightly "Forest Tales" talks by local naturalists.

All rooms include complimentary guided maps and rental binoculars for wildlife spotting. Early HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants access to a limited-edition forest keepsake set, perfect for nature lovers.

Just a 3-minute walk from the southern entrance of Takaoka City Forest lies Mori no Café Luna, a hidden gem curated by a former art museum curator from Takao City. The café features a minimalist aesthetic blending antique books, handcrafted ceramics, and calligraphy artworks.

Its signature drink, "Forest Dew," is a matcha latte made with spring water from nearby mountains, served with house-baked almond biscuits. Every Saturday afternoon, the café hosts "Forest Poetry Readings," inviting local poets and visitors to share original works in a tranquil setting.

A quiet reading nook and meditation corner sit behind the café, ideal for unwinding amidst nature and literature. Reserve your table through the HopeGoo app to avoid wait times during peak hours.