Featured Hotels Near Okuhida Bear's Ranch

Shinoya Ryokan in Okuhotaka Hot Spring Area is ideal for families, located just a 10-minute walk from the bear ranch. Its private outdoor onsen baths and traditional tatami rooms with mountain views provide comfort and authenticity. Guests can enjoy locally sourced kaiseki meals and participate in bamboo weaving workshops, immersing themselves in the culture of Takayama City

Okuhotaka Nature Forest Resort features floor-to-ceiling glass rooms facing east, offering breathtaking sunrise views across snow-capped peaks. The resort provides complimentary shuttle service to the bear ranch, and each room includes heated flooring and cozy blankets, ensuring warmth and comfort during winter mornings when witnessing the first light illuminate the alpine landscape

Bear Ranch Cottage Inn welcomes small pets and features a dedicated pet play area with a dog spa. Located just 3 minutes’ walk from the bear ranch, guests can join the "Meet the Bears" morning tour with their furry companions. The cabin-style accommodations offer rustic charm and breakfast made with ingredients from local farms, perfect for animal-loving travelers

Beyond the daily 10 AM bear feeding show, guests can book foraging tours in the forest and handmade washi umbrella crafting sessions led by local artisans. These activities take place within the surrounding eco-zone of the ranch. Additionally, Shirakawa House Villa offers night sky observation programs with telescopes and expert guides, allowing visitors to marvel at the clear northern night sky, one of Japan’s best stargazing spots

Okuhotaka Bear Ranch Station Front Hotel is directly opposite the train station, accessible via a 45-minute ride from Takayama. The hotel offers complimentary airport transfers (must be booked 24 hours in advance). It’s only a 5-minute walk to the ranch entrance and adjacent to multiple hiking trailheads, making it the most convenient base for exploring the Okuhotaka Highlands

Yukizora Estate Lodge specializes in winter experiences, including snowmobile rides, ice fishing lessons, and snowfield bonfire nights. All guest rooms feature underfloor heating and anti-fog windows for uninterrupted mountain views. HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants an exclusive snowscape photography workshop, capturing bears walking through fresh powder under golden hour light