Katsunogahara Park

Stay at Katsunogahara Onsen Ryokan, a secluded traditional inn nestled within the forested hills overlooking Katsunogahara Park. Its tatami rooms with private verandas offer panoramic views of the park’s vibrant fall foliage, especially during peak season. The inn features an open-air bath where guests can soak while watching maple trees shift from gold to crimson. A 5-minute walk leads to the famed "Thousand-Tree Red Leaf Path," perfect for sunrise photography. Enjoy daily Yamaguchi-style kaiseki meals featuring seasonal mountain vegetables and fresh seafood.

Katsunogahara Forest Cottage provides a 3-minute walk to the Katsunogahara Park hiking trailhead, nestled among ancient cedars and moss-covered stones. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows framing lush greenery and seasonal foliage. The property offers complimentary hiking poles and custom-designed trail maps, plus guided morning walks led by local naturalists who share insights on endemic ferns and stream ecosystems. Early risers will appreciate the mist-laden forest paths, ideal for capturing serene nature photography.

Starlight Forest Camp Resort features a dedicated outdoor stargazing platform atop a hill with zero light pollution, equipped with professional telescopes and night-sky observation guides. Every evening at 8 PM, staff host guided star talks explaining constellations like Cassiopeia and Perseus, with opportunities to spot meteor showers. For deeper immersion, book the night camping package including a tent, thermal blanket, and warm herbal tea. Lie under the Milky Way while listening to distant owl calls—perfect for photographers and stargazers alike. Reservations required 3 days in advance; pair it with the resort’s bonfire dinner for a magical alpine experience.