Featured Hotels Near Mt. Higashi-Akaishi

Marriott Niihama is ideal for sunrise viewing, featuring east-facing rooms that capture the first light spilling over Mount Higashiakashi. The hotel offers a private terrace and traditional Japanese garden, with a 5-minute walk to the mountain trailhead. For optimal views, book a room with mountain vistas in advance. Complimentary shuttle service connects guests to nearby hot spring resorts, perfect for post-hiking relaxation.

Akashiya Guesthouse is a boutique retreat nestled at the base of Mount Higashiakashi, just a 300-meter walk (7 minutes) from the main trailhead. It offers hands-on tea ceremony workshops and local mountain ingredient dinners. Each room features radiant floor heating and panoramic windows facing the forest, enhancing the immersive nature experience. An open-air stargazing deck provides excellent night sky visibility. Reserve through the HopeGoo app for exclusive early-bird rates.

Stay at Marriott Niihama and begin your day with a hike up Mount Higashiakashi, following ancient trails that take about 1.5 hours to reach the summit, passing through centuries-old cedar forests and clear streams. After descending, unwind at the hotel’s Japanese-style open-air onsen or take the complimentary shuttle to Oobu Onsen District, where you can savor local delicacies like sea urchin tofu soup. The hotel also offers rental gear including waterproof jackets and detailed trail maps for a safe, enjoyable journey.