Featured Hotels Near Mount Aka

Stay at Shirodake Mountain Lodge, a handcrafted wooden retreat nestled at 1,800 meters elevation. Guests enjoy panoramic sunrise views over Shirodake’s summit from the private deck, where warm tea and thermal blankets are provided. The lodge offers guided night-time stargazing walks and is just a 5-minute walk from the Shirodake trailhead. Ideal for nature immersion in Fujimi-machi. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to seasonal packages.

Fujimi-machi Mountain Base Inn is located directly opposite the Shirodake trailhead, just a 7-minute walk from Fujimi Station on the Nagano Electric Railway. The inn features a self-service laundry, public hot spring bath, and 24-hour front desk. Rooms include family suites and single mountain-view rooms with unobstructed views of Shirodake’s ridge. Free rental gear—such as crampons and knee guards—is available daily, along with a morning trail report. Reserve early via HopeGoo to secure your stay during peak season.

Shirodake Onsen Cottage is a top choice for families, featuring private outdoor baths, a dedicated children’s playroom, and a family hiking package including guided tours. All rooms have underfloor heating and radiant warmth, ideal for winter visits. The hosts serve local specialties like snow-white soba noodles made with mountain spring water. A 10-minute walk leads to the Shirodake Nature Trail, complete with interpretive signs and scenic overlooks. Book through HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition hand-drawn forest map.

Seasons Forest Villa is the only boutique hotel in Shirodake designed around the four seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, cloud seas in summer, crimson foliage in autumn, and deep snow in winter. Each season brings unique room décor and themed dinners. The glass-roofed dining hall offers uninterrupted views of mountains and stars. Guests can join the "Mountain Soundscape Project," recording natural audio with professional sound artists for a personalized keepsake. Located just a 15-minute walk from the Shirodake Nature Reserve entrance. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive seasonal experience bundles.

Book a stay at Shirodake Mountain Base Inn and join their "Full-Day Mountain Discovery" tour. Begin with a guided hike along the Shirodake Nature Trail, passing ancient fir forests and alpine wetlands, with expert commentary on flora and fauna. Enjoy a homemade bento lunch at a mountain rest stop. In the afternoon, participate in a photography workshop at the Shirodake Lookout, learning how to capture mountain light transitions. All gear—including trekking poles and anti-slip grips—is provided. End the day with a soak in the inn’s hot spring. This experience is available through the HopeGoo platform with multilingual guides.

Shirodake Eye View Hotel is Fujimi-machi’s only high-altitude hotel with 360-degree glass rooms and a dedicated photography deck, perfect for capturing dynamic mountain lighting. Complimentary tripods and professional photography guides are provided, and the hotel hosts monthly "Mist Photography Nights" with guest photographers. The main summit trail is a 25-minute walk from the hotel, marked by five designated photo spots. All rooms feature motorized blackout curtains and night-mode lighting for long-exposure shots. Book via HopeGoo to receive digital photo editing services.