Featured Hotels Near Usugamine Pass

Stay at Usugamine View Lodge, a locally crafted retreat nestled at 650 meters above sea level, offering panoramic vistas of the Noto Peninsula’s misty mountains. The property features open-air terraces, traditional tatami rooms, and complimentary guided walks to hidden moss-covered trails and ancient stone shrines. Just a 10-minute walk from the pass, it’s ideal for stargazers—locals call it the best Milky Way viewing spot in the region. Book early via the HopeGoo app for seasonal access.

Yamano Kotoba Cottage is a sustainable mountain retreat built with reclaimed wood and powered by solar energy. Surrounded by old-growth forests, it offers forest immersion programs, including guided dawn walks to spot native ferns and insects, plus hands-on bamboo weaving workshops. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows that frame natural sounds and light. Located just an 8-minute walk from Usugamine Pass, it’s perfect for disconnecting. Reserve through the HopeGoo platform for exclusive nature stay packages.

Star Eye Mountain Villa specializes in astronomy with its 360-degree glass dome ceiling, offering unobstructed views of the Milky Way and meteor showers. Each stay includes a professional night sky tour led by local astronomers who share constellation stories and real-time meteor forecasts. Rooms feature underfloor heating and premium sleep systems for optimal comfort. Just a 5-minute walk to Usugamine Pass, the villa hosts the annual Stellar Festival. Book via the HopeGoo app for limited-time star-watching packages.