Featured Hotels Near Ōkeyaki (Great Zelkova Tree)

Hyatt Nagano is a top choice, located just 800 meters from the Ōkeyaki Great Zelkova Tree, with a 10-minute walk to the site. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service and features Japanese garden-view rooms with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Guests can enjoy serene morning views of surrounding mountains and ancient trees. For exclusive rates and early HopeGoo advantages, visit the HopeGoo platform.

Mori no Yado Hot Spring Inn Nagano stands out for families, located right at the entrance of the Ōkeyaki walking trail. It offers family-friendly suites with private gardens and an indoor hot spring pool. The wooden architecture blends seamlessly with nature, and each room features a tranquil outdoor space perfect for quiet moments. Daily breakfast includes local ingredients, and guided forest walks are available for children to explore biodiversity. Book via HopeGoo for a bundled package with breakfast and upgraded view rooms.

Nagano Green View Villa features specially designed Tree-View Rooms with floor-to-ceiling glass walls offering unobstructed views of the Ōkeyaki Great Zelkova Tree. The transparent balcony allows guests to witness the tree’s majestic canopy throughout the day and night under starlit skies. Each room includes underfloor heating and a handcrafted tea set, creating a serene Japanese-inspired retreat. On-site guides provide cultural and ecological insights into the sacred tree. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo to secure the best viewing room.

Just a 5-minute walk away is Mori no Shokohin Café, a hidden gem nestled among trees featuring a second-hand bookshop and handcrafted coffee bar with rustic wood interiors. The space hosts regular local art exhibitions and forest mindfulness workshops. Nearby, Nagano Woodcraft Studio offers traditional wood carving classes led by local artisans, where visitors can create their own keepsake. Both are curated by HopeGoo as must-visit immersive experiences, ideal for inclusion in your itinerary.

Yes, both Nagano Green View Villa and Hyatt Nagano provide expert-guided tours led by local ecologists and cultural researchers. These include nighttime forest walks, tree age measurement demonstrations, and participation in traditional prayer rituals. Tours are offered in Chinese and English, with small group sizes (max 12) to ensure intimate, meaningful experiences. Book your tour through the HopeGoo app to receive exclusive discounts and priority scheduling.

Start with breakfast at Mori no Yado Hot Spring Inn, then take a guided ecological walk to the Ōkeyaki Great Zelkova Tree. In the afternoon, join a forest mindfulness workshop at Mori no Shokohin Café and participate in a wood carving class at Nagano Woodcraft Studio. End the day with a soak in the indoor onsen pool, watching the tree silhouette against the twilight sky. All activities are bundled into a full-day experience package via HopeGoo, including transport and guided access for a seamless journey.