Featured Hotels Near Heavens Sonohara

Sky Garden Original Onsen Inn is a top choice, blending traditional Japanese architecture with panoramic mountain vistas. Guests can enjoy direct sightlines to the Sky Garden Original Cable Car and snow-capped peaks from select rooms. The inn provides complimentary shuttle service to the cable car station—just a 3-minute walk away. Rooms feature underfloor heating and private onsen baths, while the outdoor terrace offers perfect stargazing in winter. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive seasonal rates.

Just a 5-minute stroll from the Sky Garden Original Cable Car station lies the Achi Village Forest Trail Entrance, featuring elevated viewing platforms with sweeping views of the Japanese Alps' snow-capped ridgelines. Nearby, the Achi Village Pottery Workshop invites visitors to craft their own handmade ceramic piece using local clay. For a cultural pause, visit the Bamboo Grove Tea House, where seasonal matcha desserts made with high-altitude green tea offer a refreshing taste of the region. All experiences can be booked through the HopeGoo app for guided access.

Starlight Forest Lodge is ideal for photographers, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass walls that frame the Sky Garden Original Cable Car as it glides through misty mountain valleys. The property hosts a dedicated "Light & Shadow Zone" with tripods and expert lighting guidance for capturing the cable car’s motion against dawn clouds. Guests also receive invitations to nightly "Alpine Light Workshops," led by local photographers sharing techniques for shooting seasonal transitions in Nagano’s dramatic landscapes. Book your stay and workshop via the HopeGoo app for exclusive discounts.