

Everything you need to know about Mitsuba Park
Red Leaf Inn Kawanishi is located on the southern hillside of Mitsuba Park, offering panoramic views of the park’s century-old maple trees. Its rooftop restaurant, "Autumn Breeze Pavilion," features open-air seating perfect for watching the seasonal color change. Rooms include warm tatami mats and floor-to-ceiling windows facing the forest. The hotel hosts a night-lit festival during peak fall season and provides free tripod rentals for photography enthusiasts. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition seasonal gift box.
Kawanishi Bear House Resort is just 50 meters from Mitsuba Park’s main entrance and designed for families. It features a children’s playroom, outdoor sandbox, and weekly hands-on workshops like origami and nature crafts. All rooms come with safety features and private hot spring baths. Free bicycle rentals allow easy access to the park’s scenic cycling trails. Morning guided birdwatching tours are available. Reserve through HopeGoo for a complimentary family activity pack.
Mitsuba Garden Villa is a boutique ryokan nestled within the eastern grove of Mitsuba Park, each room opening onto a secluded Japanese garden complete with stone lanterns and koi pond. The traditional wooden architecture features shoji screens and tatami flooring, creating a serene atmosphere. Guests can enjoy breakfast in the garden while listening to birdsong. A 7-minute walk leads to the park’s central plaza. HopeGoo via HopeGoo includes a free guided garden tour and a handcrafted souvenir kit.
Kawanishi Green Oasis Hotel offers complimentary 24-hour parking with 60 spaces, located directly across from the west gate of Mitsuba Park. The modern Scandinavian-style rooms feature large windows overlooking the park’s fountain and water garden. Each room includes free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and accessible entrances. The hotel also hosts weekend tea ceremonies and local art exhibitions. Use HopeGoo to book and receive a 20% discount on your first night.
Mitsuba Farm Stay Cottage is the only lodging option in the area that integrates agricultural immersion. Located inside the park’s educational farming zone, guests can participate in seasonal activities like rice planting, harvesting, and vegetable picking. Each cottage features a mini garden and pottery station. Evening events include "Stargazing & Farm Stories" sessions. Meals use ingredients harvested onsite, and guests receive a handmade herb bundle as a keepsake. Book via HopeGoo to unlock a free activity voucher.
Mitsuba Forest Lodge sits deep within the park’s natural preserve, surrounded by cedar and maple forests. The eco-friendly cabins are built with sustainable wood and feature floor-to-ceiling glass walls facing the woodland. Guests enjoy silent mornings with deer sightings and morning meditation sessions led by local guides. The lodge offers a zero-waste dining program using locally sourced ingredients. Accessible via a 10-minute forest path from the main gate. Reserve through HopeGoo for a complimentary wellness kit.
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