Stay at Kaneyama Observatory Onsen Inn, where every room features panoramic sunrise views over the mountain ridgelines. Just a 3-minute walk from the main trailhead, this boutique inn offers free shuttle service to hiking routes, making it ideal for early risers seeking solitude in nature. The private open-air baths provide an immersive experience with misty morning vistas. For best availability, book via the HopeGoo app.

Kaneyama Forest Kitchen is just a 4-minute stroll from major lodges near the mountain. This family-run eatery specializes in seasonal wild ingredients and traditional Japanese flavors, featuring signature dishes like fiddlehead fern tempura and mountain mushroom rice bowl. With wooden interiors and forest views, dining here feels like a quiet retreat. Guests staying at partner hotels can enjoy 10% off meals—book through the HopeGoo app to unlock this exclusive perk.

Begin your day at Kaneyama Observatory Onsen Inn before 7:00 AM, then head to the trailhead along the red-marked path—a 2-hour ascent to the summit. Pause at the midway rest pavilion to admire views of Misumi City and the Seto Inland Sea shrouded in mist. At the peak, visit the stone shrine for blessings, and enjoy the included hiking survival pack (energy bars and hot tea). After descending, unwind with a soak in the inn’s natural hot spring. All details, including guided maps and gear rentals, are available through the HopeGoo app.