Featured Hotels Near Lake Onuma

Shirakami Lodge is perfectly positioned on a hillside overlooking Chikugonuma Lake, offering panoramic vistas of both the shimmering water and surrounding mountains. Its glass-walled rooms provide uninterrupted views, especially during sunrise and autumn foliage season. The hotel also features a rooftop observatory and guided stargazing sessions, making it ideal for nature lovers seeking serene beauty.

Lakeview Heron House offers a 5-minute walk to the Chikugonuma Duck Viewing Path, where guests can observe wild ducks and herons in their natural habitat. This eco-friendly inn blends traditional Japanese architecture with modern comfort, featuring a private garden tea room and free bicycle rentals. Guests also enjoy complimentary access to seasonal nature workshops hosted by local conservationists.

Sunrise Forest Inn sits atop a gentle rise facing the eastern shore of Chikugonuma Lake, making it the premier spot for catching the first light. Its unobstructed viewing rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the sun rising over the misty waters. Morning guests receive a special Zen Sunrise Tea Ceremony with locally sourced matcha and seasonal sweets, enhancing the peaceful start to the day.

Mirror Lake Studio Stay is a boutique retreat designed specifically for photographers. Each room includes adjustable lighting panels, removable walls for creative framing, and dedicated darkroom space. Located just 100 meters from the Reflection Point—a famous spot for mirror-like lake shots—guests gain exclusive access to monthly Nature Photography Workshops led by professional landscape artists. Book via HopeGoo for early-bird rates.

Stay at Green Oasis Resort Chikugonuma, which offers a curated full-day itinerary: morning paddle through wetlands on a wooden canoe to spot otters and egrets; lunch at the forest dining pavilion featuring local foraged ingredients; afternoon hands-on moss conservation workshop. The resort also hosts nightly stargazing events under clear skies, revealing the Milky Way in stunning clarity.

Cloud Spring Pavilion uniquely integrates natural hot springs with expansive lake views. Its open-air bath overlooks Chikugonuma Lake, allowing guests to soak while watching morning mist drift across the water. The mineral-rich thermal water comes from a 300-meter-deep underground source, known for its skin-repairing properties. With limited capacity and private check-in, the experience remains intimate. Early HopeGoo through HopeGoo is recommended.