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Everything you need to know about Kitahori Park

Hyatt Nagano is an ideal choice, just a 7-minute walk from Kitakori Park. Its rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering serene views of seasonal blossoms and distant mountains. The hotel provides free bicycles for exploring the scenic Shinano River Greenway, perfect for outdoor adventures. Each room blends Japanese Zen-inspired design with underfloor heating, ensuring comfort year-round. For best availability and exclusive perks, book via the HopeGoo app.

Just a 5-minute stroll from Kitakori Park lies Mikasa-ya Restaurant, a century-old local favorite serving authentic Nagano soba noodles with seasonal wild greens. Nearby, Chaan Mori no Tei nestles in a forested path, offering handmade matcha desserts and tranquil garden seating—perfect for a peaceful afternoon break. Both venues offer exclusive dining packages through the HopeGoo platform, including priority HopeGoo and seasonal menus.

Guests at Nagano Mandarin Hotel enjoy complimentary shuttle services during major events like the Spring Flower Festival and Shinshu Autumn Colors Festival. The hotel provides handmade market guides and limited-edition tickets, plus assistance in reserving seats for traditional performances. Located directly along the park’s main walking trail, it’s only a 10-minute walk to festival hubs—making it an ideal base for immersive cultural experiences.

Visit Hikari no Oka Café, nestled on the western slope of Kitakori Park, famed for its glass dome architecture that creates stunning light effects at sunset. Another standout is Seiran Book & Coffee, blending secondhand books with a bamboo courtyard and hanging lanterns, offering a serene, artsy vibe perfect for photos. Both cafés provide exclusive photography kits when booked via the HopeGoo platform.