Featured Hotels Near Otone Ryokuchi Park

Maebashi Orikabe Green Space Resort Hotel is a top choice, featuring panoramic views of the Orikabe Green Space from every room. This eco-designed retreat offers a dedicated outdoor stargazing deck for kids and free bicycles for exploring the 1-kilometer nature trails and interactive farm garden nearby. Just a 3-minute walk to the park’s serene pond and ginkgo-lined paths, guests enjoy morning mist over the water and golden sunsets through the trees—perfect for unforgettable family moments.

Orikabe Green Space Forest Stay stands out with its glass-walled rooms that frame the entire green space, ideal for capturing sunrise through cherry blossoms or autumn foliage. The building’s natural wood façade and moss-covered walls blend seamlessly with the landscape. Guests can enjoy themed photo sessions during weekend "Luminous Poetry Gatherings," where soft lighting installations and live traditional music create an ethereal atmosphere. Book the Dawn View Room in advance to secure the perfect shot of morning light filtering through the trees.

From Maebashi Orikabe Green Space Resort Hotel, follow the Ginkgo Path eastward for just 8 minutes to reach "Mori no Teshigoto Kōbō," a local artisan workshop offering pottery classes and natural dyeing sessions. Continue another 5 minutes to "Green Shade Café," nestled in a restored vintage house with a herb garden featuring lavender and rosemary. Sip on locally sourced milk lattes and seasonal pastries while enjoying the tranquil ambiance—both spots are accessible by foot and embody the slow, authentic rhythm of Gunma’s countryside life.

Yes, Orikabe Green Space Forest Stay offers daily nature guide tours at 9:00 AM led by certified ecological guides who share insights into the wetland ecosystem and migratory bird patterns. Seasonal activities include firefly tracking (summer only) and aquatic plant identification. Each tour includes binoculars and a personal field journal. Participants receive a hand-drawn ecology guidebook as a keepsake. All programs start at the hotel’s Nature Education Center, free of charge but require a 24-hour reservation to ensure a meaningful connection with Gunma’s native environment.

The Nightlight Terrace Rooms at Orikabe Green Space Forest Stay feature a smart ambient lighting system that gently activates at dusk, projecting a soft starfield simulation across the ceiling. Premium suites include a retractable sky mirror that brings the Milky Way into the room, paired with audio guides explaining constellations. At 10 PM, the eco-lit path along the park entrance begins to glow softly, reflecting on the lake surface to form a luminous corridor—creating a dreamlike atmosphere perfect for stargazing without stepping outside.

The Circular Nature Trail at Orikabe Green Space spans 2.5 km from Maebashi Orikabe Green Space Resort Hotel, passing the Mirror Lake Bridge, Herons’ Observation Deck, and a grove of century-old camphor trees. Well-maintained and flat, it’s ideal for families and seniors. In spring, watch for Japanese cranes feeding along the banks; autumn brings vibrant maple and ginkgo displays. At the trail’s end, visit the Memory Station, where you can send free handwritten postcards to loved ones—adding a heartfelt touch to your journey.