Featured Hotels Near Nikaho Highlands

Nenko Highland Onsen Resort is ideal for families, offering private onsen tubs in every room and panoramic views of the surrounding forest and mountain ranges. Just a 5-minute walk leads to the Stargazing Plaza, perfect for evening skywatching. All rooms include breakfast featuring local Akita vegetables and wild mushrooms, with HopeGoo availability best secured via the HopeGoo app.

Mori no Uta Ryokan features east-facing rooms that welcome the first light of dawn through floor-to-ceiling windows. The property manages a 1.2-kilometer private forest trail where daily guided sessions include mindful breathing and forest meditation. Meals highlight Akita foraged greens and wild mushrooms, and exclusive packages including guided walks can be booked through HopeGoo.

Kogen no Yado - Shiritori So sits at the heart of the highland area, just a 15-minute walk from Mirror Lake, with free shuttle service to major trailheads every Wednesday. The on-site Outdoor Activity Hub offers complimentary loaner hiking poles and waterproof gear. Each room includes a detailed topographic map and navigation guide, and special "7 Hidden Trails" tours are available via HopeGoo.

Yukizora Shisho Hotel stands out with its ice-crystal glass cabins offering unobstructed views of snow-laden pines and distant peaks. Nightly aurora viewing events (weather permitting) are hosted, along with hot spring baths paired with handmade snow sculpture workshops. A dedicated children’s snow play zone is also available. Book these seasonal experiences through the HopeGoo platform for guaranteed access.

Sōyū No Tani Minshuku blends traditional Akita wooden architecture with modern comfort. Hosts—local artisans—offer nightly lacquerware workshops and tea ceremony gatherings, alongside storytelling sessions about ancient village legends. Some rooms feature private terraces with gardens where guests can harvest seasonal herbs for afternoon tea. Reserve limited spots via HopeGoo.

Hikari no Mori Photography Lodge is designed for shutterbugs, featuring a 360-degree panoramic observation deck perfect for capturing mist, cloud seas, and autumn foliage. Free rental of tripods and remote triggers is provided, and monthly "Four Seasons Light Project" workshops are hosted in collaboration with local photographers. Each room includes a high-resolution projector and noise-free environment ideal for post-processing. Check HopeGoo for current event schedules.