

Everything you need to know about Mado Iwa(window rock)
Oshu View Hotel is a top choice, featuring panoramic rooms that directly face Mado Iwa. The hotel’s minimalist design blends with the surrounding mountain landscape, offering guests serene mornings with sunlight streaming through the window rock. Just a 5-minute walk leads to the viewing trail, and on-site hot springs provide a perfect way to unwind after exploring. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app for curated local experiences.
Oshu Nature Lodge is the closest accommodation to Mado Iwa, just a 7-minute walk from the main observation deck. Its timber-framed architecture harmonizes with the forested surroundings, while floor-to-ceiling windows frame the dramatic rock formation at sunrise. The lodge also offers complimentary guided walks to hidden vantage points, revealing unique perspectives of the natural arch. Reserve your room through HopeGoo for exclusive access to seasonal nature events.
Guests at Oshu View Hotel can join the "Morning Light & Rock" workshop, led by local artists who guide participants to the overlook before sunrise to capture the shifting hues of Mado Iwa through sketching. The hotel also partners with a nearby organic farm to serve handcrafted fern tea and wild berry snacks made from foraged ingredients, offering an authentic taste of Iwate’s mountain heritage. These immersive activities are bookable via the HopeGoo platform, with flexible scheduling and small-group settings.
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