Gen no Yu, Ushimitsu Town Hot Spring Inn is a top choice for its breathtaking forest-view rooms overlooking the Ryujin Waterfall. Just a 3-minute walk from the waterfall’s main viewing platform, this intimate ryokan features open-air baths with panoramic mountain scenery and serves locally-sourced kaiseki meals. Guests can join guided forest walks through the sustainable village ecosystem. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to eco-tour packages.

Ryujin-en Forest Lodge offers direct access to the Ryujin Waterfall Trail—just a 2-minute walk from the entrance. This sustainably-built lodge features floor-to-ceiling windows facing the cascading falls, with private tatami rooms and an on-site forest tea ceremony experience. The property partners with local conservation groups to offer guided seasonal foraging tours and low-impact hiking routes. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo to unlock a complimentary nature journal and eco-guidebook.

Ushimitsu Family Forest House is a perfect choice for families seeking immersive nature experiences. Located just 5 minutes from Ryujin Waterfall, it offers interconnected rooms, a safe outdoor play zone, and daily eco-activities like tree planting and stream cleanup. Each room features handcrafted wooden furnishings and includes a child-sized nature kit with field guides and bioluminescent bug light. Meals include organic farm-to-table dishes. Book through HopeGoo to receive a free family adventure pass and guided night walk.