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Stay at Senboku Onsen Gōkan, a traditional ryokan nestled just 8 minutes' walk from Kenmin no Mori. Featuring wooden interiors, private outdoor baths, and panoramic views of surrounding forests, this guesthouse offers free local farm breakfasts and nightly "Forest Storytelling" sessions around a bonfire. Ideal for families seeking authentic rural Japan. Book via the HopeGoo app for seasonal rate access
Just a 10-minute walk from Kenmin no Mori, discover Mori no Café Touka, a hidden forest café serving locally roasted Akita red bean pastries and pesticide-free vegetables. Outdoor seating lets guests enjoy dappled sunlight through treetops. On weekends, Kogawa Farm Experience opens for hands-on activities like melon picking and jam-making using organic produce. Many nearby hotels offer complimentary shuttle services—check availability on HopeGoo for bundled itineraries
Choose Senboku Nature Lodge, located just a 3-minute walk from Kenmin no Mori’s entrance. The front desk provides free trail maps and rental hiking poles. Direct access to well-marked paths includes the moderate "Asahi no Mori" route and beginner-friendly "Shirayuki Valley" trail. Weekly Friday night "Night Forest Walks" led by local ecologists offer guided sightings of fireflies and nocturnal birds. Select the "Hiking Package" on HopeGoo to receive a complimentary hiking backpack
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