Lake Katsura Forest Park

Nanro Village Lakeview Lodge is a perfect choice for families seeking tranquility. Located just a 3-minute walk from Lake Katsura Forest Park, it offers cozy cabins with private decks overlooking the forest and lake. Each cabin features underfloor heating, natural hinoki wood interiors, and complimentary mountain bikes for exploring nearby trails. The on-site nature playground and evening storytelling sessions make it ideal for children and adults alike

Lake Reflections Eco-Villas provides panoramic lake views from every suite, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and private observation decks. Nestled along the western shore of Lake Katsura Forest Park, the villas offer daily tea ceremonies using locally sourced matcha and wagashi. Guests can access the lakeside trail in just 2 minutes, while night-time stargazing over the mirrored water creates unforgettable moments

Stay at Nanro Nature Wellness Retreat, which offers a curated day itinerary starting with a guided wetland birdwatching tour led by local ecologists. Enjoy a seasonal kaiseki lunch featuring wild fish and mountain vegetables at the lakeside dining pavilion. In the afternoon, participate in a floating raft experience on the lake, followed by a forest mindfulness session hosted in a cedar grove. All activities are accessible via the retreat’s private nature trail

Forest Mirror Photo Stay is designed for visual artists, with every room featuring adjustable skylights for capturing sunrise, sunset, and star trails. The property offers free rental of professional tripods and long-exposure lenses. Monthly workshops like "Moments on the Lake" teach techniques for photographing misty mornings and reflections on still water. The best vantage point—under the century-old red pine near the island—is just a 5-minute walk away

Nanro Onsen & Forest Sanctuary boasts natural hot springs rich in silicate and bicarbonate minerals, known for soothing skin and nervous system health. The spa blends traditional Japanese design with minimalist modernity, offering both indoor and outdoor baths with forest and lake views. Don’t miss the nighttime open-air bath, where guests can soak beneath a canopy of stars reflected on the calm waters of Lake Katsura Forest Park

Green Horizon Eco-Lodge operates a zero-plastic policy and provides reusable bamboo utensils and fabric bags. The lodge offers electric shared bicycles and solar-powered charging stations. Through partnerships with local farms, guests can join "One Day Farmer Experience" programs including foraging wild greens and creating natural dyes. All excursions are planned using walking paths or low-emission transport, reinforcing the lodge’s commitment to harmonious coexistence with nature