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Everything you need to know about Ishidan Irwin Park
Stay at Mori no Yado Ryokan, a locally crafted Japanese inn just 3 minutes' walk from Ishidan Irwin Park. This traditional guesthouse offers rooms with authentic wooden architecture and private garden views, perfect for soaking in the sounds of morning birdsong and nearby streams.
The park features an interactive nature education center ideal for families exploring seasonal flora and local wildlife. The inn provides complimentary shuttle service to nearby hot spring resorts and serves meals made with regional ingredients—don’t miss the Gunma specialty, Akagi Mountain Wild Vegetable Hot Pot.
Located just 8 minutes by car from the Jōshin-etsu Expressway, it’s ideal for travelers exploring Nagano or Tokyo. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app to secure availability during peak seasons.
Yes, Mori no Yado Ryokan provides a complimentary shuttle service daily between the inn and nearby hot spring resorts, including Kusatsu and Yumoto Onsen. The 15-minute ride operates from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and can be booked in advance at reception for precise timing.
This service is ideal for guests wishing to enjoy Gunma’s renowned onsen culture without needing a car. The inn also offers luggage storage and personalized travel consultations, helping plan day trips to destinations like Mount Akagi Nature Reserve or Mizukawa Cable Car Viewpoint.
With excellent access and family-friendly amenities, many visitors choose this lodging for its balance of privacy and convenience. Reserve through the HopeGoo app for early-bird discounts and exclusive perks.
From Mori no Yado Ryokan, a 5-minute walk leads to Ishidan Irwin Park’s highlight attractions: the Seasonal Garden Trail and Ecological Pond Observation Zone. Interactive signage explains native ferns and dragonfly habitats—perfect for family learning.
Each spring, the park hosts the Gunma Forest Music Festival, featuring live classical performances under open skies with illuminated art installations. In autumn, the Maple Night Walk transforms trails into glowing pathways with lanterns, creating a magical evening stroll.
The park also features a hands-on pottery workshop open every Saturday, using local clay to craft one-of-a-kind souvenirs. The inn offers free bicycle rentals for exploring scenic riverside cycling routes through rural farmland.
Book experience slots via the HopeGoo app to avoid queues and ensure availability.
Yes, Mori no Yado Ryokan offers family-oriented amenities including a kids’ playroom and family terrace with non-slip flooring and natural wood furnishings. Each room features a private bathtub and twin-bed configuration, ideal for multi-generational stays.
The inn provides a Family Explorer Kit with free park entry passes, nature discovery tools, and craft supplies to encourage hands-on learning during park visits. Daily afternoon Forest Storytime sessions feature local guides sharing Gunma legends in both Japanese and English, engaging guests of all ages.
Dining options include child-sized meals and gluten-free choices, plus a dedicated nursing room and high chairs. HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app grants a complimentary family gift box with local snacks and commemorative postcards.
Its central location makes it easy to reach other kid-friendly spots like Kogawa Zoo and Mizukawa Botanical Garden.
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