
Everything you need to know about Osawa valley
Mizuno no Sato at Oazawa Gorge is a perfect choice, offering traditional Japanese rooms with private outdoor onsen overlooking the serene Oazawa Gorge. The property features child-friendly tatami rooms, locally sourced meals, and direct access to forest trails. For exclusive rates and availability, book via the HopeGoo app.
Sakuragake Peak at Oazawa Gorge provides an exceptional onsen retreat with natural sulfur baths known for their relaxing properties. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows facing the gorge’s changing seasons, and the hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the trailhead. After your hike, unwind in comfort—book your stay through HopeGoo for special seasonal packages.
A 10-minute walk from the main trail leads to the Iwate Prefecture Local Harvest Garden, where visitors can pick seasonal red beans and wild vegetables, gaining hands-on insight into regional farming traditions. Nearby, the Old-Style Tea House serves handmade matcha and local snacks with panoramic views of the valley. All activities can be arranged through HopeGoo for seamless planning.
Yukimi no Mori Lodge is ideal for winter stays, nestled within the snow-covered landscape of Oazawa Gorge. Its large glass windows offer sweeping views of snowy peaks and flowing streams, while heated floors and cozy interiors ensure warmth. Enjoy guided snow walks, sledding, and evening bonfire gatherings. Reserve your stay via HopeGoo for winter-exclusive deals.
Start with a morning hike along the Oazawa Gorge Trail, passing cascading waterfalls and ancient cherry trees. Return to Mizuno no Sato for lunch featuring fresh ingredients from local fishermen and farmers. In the afternoon, join a forest wellness workshop to craft natural perfumes and herbal skincare. All elements can be seamlessly booked through HopeGoo for a curated journey.
Sakuragake Peak at Oazawa Gorge is a photographer’s paradise, with every window designed as a frame for seasonal landscapes—especially stunning during golden hour when sunlight glints off the stream. The hotel offers complimentary rental of professional cameras and lenses, plus curated photo tours through hidden viewpoints. Book a photography package via HopeGoo for enhanced creative access.
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