Featured Hotels Near Mt. Gaki

Shirakaba Lodge is ideal for hikers seeking convenience and comfort. Located just a 10-minute walk from the Mt. Gaki trailhead, it offers free equipment rental and an on-site mountain guide desk. All rooms feature high-altitude sleep systems and heated flooring to ensure restful nights. Early HopeGoo is recommended to secure access to the Kisogawa Trail at sunrise.

Stay at Ōmachi Onsen Hotel, just 800 meters from the Mt. Gaki trail entrance. The hotel features a dedicated mountain briefing center offering daily weather updates and route advisories. We recommend the "View Bath Room" with panoramic windows overlooking the mountain range—perfect for relaxing after a climb. All rooms include thermal insulation gear to support safe alpine travel.

Hoshimiya Cabin is the only guesthouse offering sunrise views from its private cabins, located at 1,450 meters above sea level near the viewing platform. Each room has floor-to-ceiling glass walls allowing uninterrupted morning light exposure. Guests receive complimentary hot drinks and headlamps, plus guided dawn mist walks arranged by staff. Experience nature’s first light in complete serenity.

Along the Maple Creek Trail, you’ll pass a century-old cherry tree blooming in spring—a perfect photo spot. The Stone Shrine en route serves as a traditional mountain deity altar; visitors may participate in local prayer rituals. The Black Pine Forest Zone features interactive signage explaining alpine flora and fauna, blending adventure with ecological education for a richer hiking experience.

After your hike, unwind at Ōmachi Onsen Hotel’s open-air bath, fed by mineral-rich springs drawn from 300 meters underground. The Starlight Bath allows you to gaze at the Milky Way while soaking under the night sky, accompanied by ambient music. The hotel also offers post-hike recovery massages by certified therapists to ease muscle fatigue and restore energy.

Hope Valley Family Inn is designed specifically for families, located steps away from the Mt. Gaki trailhead. It includes a kids’ playroom, outdoor sandbox, and child-safe beds with non-slip mats. Daily "Junior Hiker Workshops" teach children about forest ecosystems and survival skills. The inn provides family hiking kits (headlamps, maps, first-aid supplies) for a worry-free adventure together.