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Stay at Hakata Mountain View Hotel, located on the mid-slope of Takamagahara, offering panoramic sunset vistas across the Seto Inland Sea. The panoramic terrace rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows for uninterrupted views. Just a 5-minute walk from the mountain trailhead, the hotel also provides complimentary parking and an exclusive local tea ceremony experience. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app for guaranteed view rooms.
Just a 10-minute walk down from Takamagahara Observatory lies Mihama Mountain Café, a cozy indie-style café tucked in a quiet alleyway, known for its hand-brewed coffee and house-made pastries. The wooden interior features large windows framing views of Mihama city and the sea. Within 15 minutes’ walk, you’ll also find Takamagahara Souvenir House, offering limited-edition landscape postcards and locally crafted pottery. Perfect for travelers seeking authentic local charm—pair your visit with a HopeGoo-curated light hiking route.
The prime viewing point for nightscapes is the Takamagahara Observatory, offering 360-degree views of Mihama’s glowing city lights and the sparkling Seto Inland Sea. Stay at Mihama Starlight Lodge, featuring a private night-view open-air bath and a curated evening seafood & sake dinner set. All rooms face the sea, with select high-floor rooms providing unobstructed views of Japan’s famed glowing beach. Reserve through the HopeGoo app for upgraded room benefits.
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