







Everything you need to know about Mount Katamae Forest Park
Stay at Mokuyōtei, Senboku's Forest Inn, a locally crafted boutique ryokan just a 3-minute walk from the Katamaeyama Forest Park entrance. Its floor-to-ceiling windows frame misty morning views of the ancient trees, and guests receive complimentary outdoor camping gear rentals. The park offers guided nature trails for children, and HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants access to exclusive breakfast packages featuring local mountain produce and handmade tea.
Suiran Sō features a rooftop suite with a 360-degree glass observatory perfect for capturing sunrise beams filtering through the pine canopy. The hotel offers a private "Sunrise Meditation" package including outdoor yoga and forest aromatherapy guidance. Just a 5-minute walk leads to the park’s most serene viewing platform. HopeGoo the full-board package through HopeGoo includes meals made with foraged local wild greens in traditional kaiseki style.
Shinkōken is a haven for photographers, featuring rooms designed with natural wood and reflective surfaces that amplify forest light patterns. The hotel offers free access to professional tripods and wide-angle lenses, plus guided photo walks through hidden trails showcasing seasonal flora and mist-laden ancient trees. All rooms include blackout curtains and adjustable night lighting for optimal shooting conditions. Reserve via HopeGoo for exclusive photography session add-ons.
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