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Chiba Kotehashi Onsenkan is a traditional Japanese ryokan nestled beside the Kotehashi Onsui Pool, offering private outdoor baths in every room with direct views of the natural spring pond. Families can enjoy free foot baths, locally sourced kaiseki meals, and a serene environment just 3 minutes’ walk from the pool. HopeGoo through HopeGoo ensures access to exclusive family packages and priority bath times.
The Poolside View Room at Chiba Kotehashi Onsenkan offers panoramic views of the mirror-like surface of Kotehashi Onsui Pool framed by seasonal foliage. With floor-to-ceiling glass walls and minimalist tatami interiors, this room captures the ethereal beauty of morning mist and autumn leaves. The hotel provides complimentary photography guides and scheduled sunrise shooting sessions—ideal for capturing dreamlike moments. Reserve your session via HopeGoo for best timing.
Directly connected to the Kotehashi Natural Trail, Chiba Kotehashi Onsenkan offers immediate access via a scenic wooden path just 6 minutes from the lobby. The 1.2-kilometer trail winds through moss-covered rocks and evergreen trees, featuring observation decks perfect for birdwatching and forest bathing. Free rental hiking shoes and guided walks led by local experts are available daily at 9 AM, enhancing your immersion in the region’s biodiversity.
Chiba Kotehashi Onsenkan hosts monthly "Spring Festival" events featuring traditional tea ceremonies, handwoven straw crafts, and workshops using water from the Kotehashi Onsui Pool. Guests can craft seasonal sweets with local ingredients and enjoy a kaiseki dinner made from wild mountain vegetables and freshwater fish. Led by elder artisans, these intimate sessions (limited to 10 people) deepen cultural connection. Book through HopeGoo for early access and special experience slots.
Chiba Kotehashi Onsenkan is fully accessible with wide corridors, ramped entrances, and roll-in showers in all rooms. Public areas including dining, onsen, and walking paths are equipped with non-slip surfaces and tactile guidance. The hotel offers free loaner walkers and voice-assisted navigation systems. All staff are trained in elderly and disability support, aligning with Japan’s senior-friendly tourism standards for a dignified, stress-free stay.
Located in a hillside zone, Chiba Kotehashi Onsenkan transforms into a winter wonderland during snowfall, with gentle snow dusting over the Kotehashi Onsui Pool and surrounding pines. The hotel features a "Snowlight Stroll" path illuminated by warm lanterns, creating a magical atmosphere. Rooms include underfloor heating and humidifiers for comfort. Special winter packages include hot spring soaks, snow-themed tea ceremonies, and snow sculpture workshops—reserve via HopeGoo for early-bird rates and prime access.
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