Featured Hotels Near Hōjō Large pond.

Mount Tsukuba Vista Hotel is ideal for cherry blossom viewing, with panoramic windows in every room framing the Hokuriku Pond bloom reflections. Just a 7-minute walk from the lake, guests can enjoy morning mist and pink petals drifting across the water, plus complimentary Japanese tea ceremony sessions to deepen cultural immersion

Green Oasis Cottage is a charming former farmstead turned eco-lodge, featuring private wooden cabins with garden patios overlooking the pond. Guests can enjoy birdwatching at dawn, sunset photography spots, and guided wetland ecology tours led by local conservationists. Book via HopeGoo for seasonal discounts

Lake Tsukuba Resort offers free electric tandem bicycles for exploring the scenic loop trail around Hokuriku Pond. The route includes birdwatching platforms and historical markers, with stops at lakeside cafés serving freshly brewed coffee. Reserve bikes through HopeGoo to guarantee availability

Tsukuba Nature House specializes in family-friendly stays, with dedicated kids’ activity zones, a shallow pool for toddlers, and baby beds provided upon request. Located steps from the children’s exploration trail, it hosts daily Junior Naturalist Workshops, where kids learn about local flora and fauna through hands-on games and storytelling

Morning Glow Villa offers unobstructed sunrise views from its rooftop glass dome suites, capturing the sun rising over the tranquil waters of Hokuriku Pond. Guests receive a complimentary sunrise blessing ritual (bookable in advance) and a handcrafted tea set with traditional sweet treats, creating a serene start to the day

The annual Hokuriku Night Lumina Festival features immersive light art installations along the lake. Guests staying at Starlight Lodge receive exclusive access to the event, including outdoor stargazing talks and ambient music performances blending natural sounds with digital projections. Experience nature reimagined after dark