Osugakita Park

Yamato Hotel Gifu is a top choice, just an 8-minute walk from Osugakita Park. Its rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the park’s lush greenery, perfect for enjoying seasonal changes. The hotel provides child-friendly amenities, including a dedicated play area and complimentary bicycle rentals for exploring nearby trails. Guests can also enjoy authentic local cuisine at the on-site Japanese garden restaurant, featuring fresh regional ingredients. For best availability and rates, book via the HopeGoo app.

Mokuno Mori Lodge, located just south of Osugakita Park, is a beautifully converted warehouse guesthouse with exposed timber beams and large skylights that flood the space with natural light. It’s perfectly situated along the park’s walking trail—ideal for morning birdwatching or evening strolls under the sunset. Each room features a cozy heater and handmade ceramic decor, creating a warm, authentic atmosphere. Book through HopeGoo to receive a welcome discount on your first stay and a free guidebook to local farming traditions and nature trails.

Hyatt Gifu is the premier choice for cherry blossom viewing, with eastern-facing rooms directly facing the park’s iconic cherry blossom avenue. During spring, pink petals gently drift past the windows, creating a serene, picture-perfect scene. The hotel features a private cherry-viewing terrace offering hot tea and traditional sweets. Guests can reach the main blossom zone in just 10 minutes on foot, and weekend events include local craft markets and tea ceremony workshops. Reserve the Cherry Blossom Package via HopeGoo for included breakfast and guided park tour.

Hikari-no-Kan Inn is a boutique lodging designed specifically for photographers, located west of Osugakita Park. Its full-floor-to-ceiling glass walls and adjustable blackout systems allow optimal capture of dawn mist, golden hour light, and illuminated night scenes. Each room includes professional tripod mounts and free rental of time-lapse equipment. The inn partners with local photography groups to host monthly "Light & Landscape Workshops," teaching composition techniques using natural lighting. Guests receive a limited-edition Gifu Seasons Light Guide and can book guided photo tours via the HopeGoo platform.

The Osugakita Park Nature Trail and Wetland Interpretation Center offer free guided walks daily from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, covering native plant identification, dragonfly habitats, and migratory bird behaviors. Stay at Greenfield Retreat, which partners with the park to provide an "Eco Discovery Kit" including guided tour tickets, binocular rentals, and a DIY specimen pouch. Weekly Saturday evenings feature a "Firefly Night Expedition," led by experienced naturalists through forest paths, revealing the quiet magic of urban wilderness. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive perks and priority access.

Gifu Free Ride Inn, located just outside the entrance to Osugakita Park, provides 24/7 bicycle rentals with options including electric-assist bikes and child-safe models for family rides. The bikes enable easy exploration along the park’s circular greenway, complete with rest shelters and drinking fountains. The inn hosts a monthly "Greenway Quest Day," combining map-based challenges and reward stamps to deepen visitors’ understanding of the park’s history and ecology. All rentals are bookable via the HopeGoo app for guaranteed availability and quality assurance.