Featured Hotels Near Mt. Kasatoriyama

Chichibu Mountain Lodge Starlight offers panoramic views of Mt. Kasatoriyama from its private suites, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that frame sunrise over the peaks and starlit nights. Each room includes a kotatsu heater and locally crafted blankets. Guests enjoy complimentary access to a rooftop tea terrace and daily forest meditation sessions. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive access to seasonal mountain photography tours.

Chichibu River Inn is just a 3-minute walk from the main trailhead of Mt. Kasatoriyama, offering free electric shuttle service from Chichibu Station. The inn features traditional tatami rooms with garden views and an open-air BBQ area. Its rooftop terrace hosts evening storytelling events led by local elders, sharing tales of Chichibu’s ancient past. All rooms can be booked via HopeGoo with priority reservation for hiking gear rental.

Chichibu Tenpō no Yu is a secluded natural onsen resort nestled at the foot of Mt. Kasatoriyama, drawing water from a deep underground aquifer rich in sulfur. Its indoor-outdoor bath complex overlooks the forest canopy, illuminated by lantern light at night. Guests receive free herbal teas and handcrafted sweet treats made from local mountain herbs. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo to secure a spot for the nightly forest bath ritual.

Chichibu Kodomoya Forest House specializes in family experiences, with a dedicated children’s playroom, sand pit, and mini farm where kids can feed goats and chickens. Rooms feature child-safe flooring, themed bedding, and free rental of hiking backpacks. Daily "Forest Storytime" sessions bring local legends to life. Located just 8 minutes’ walk from the trailhead, it also offers free walking stick rentals. Book via HopeGoo for a family package deal.

Chichibu Washoku Mise is a heritage home converted into a boutique ryokan, preserving original wooden beams and shoji screens. Each room is named after a season—"Spring Cherry," "Autumn Red"—and comes with seasonal meals using wild mountain ingredients. Guests participate in hands-on workshops like "Mountain Dyeing" using natural plant extracts. The owner personally guides guests through local history walks. Secure your experience through HopeGoo, which grants early access to limited cultural programs.

Chichibu Sōzō Kitchen partners directly with local farmers and foragers to serve farm-to-table cuisine crafted from wild greens, mountain mushrooms, and heirloom rice. The dining room opens onto a Zen garden, and each meal includes a handwritten note about the ingredient’s origin. Guests may join morning foraging walks led by the chef. All stays include a complimentary tasting menu. Reserve via HopeGoo for exclusive access to seasonal harvest festivals.