Uzurano airfield site

Stay at Kashi City Mountain View Lodge, a thoughtfully restored heritage property offering serene views of the Chouno Airfield Ruins. Just a 10-minute walk from the site, the hotel features spacious rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows capturing the peaceful remnants of old runways. Guests enjoy complimentary bicycles to explore nearby historical trails and railway relics. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to quiet-view rooms.

From Kashi City Mountain View Lodge, follow the shaded footpath just 5 minutes to the Chouno Airfield Ruins entrance. The site preserves intact taxiways and control tower foundations, with informative signage and interactive touchscreens detailing Japan’s wartime aviation history. Rusting steel beams and concrete remnants line the trail, creating an evocative atmosphere perfect for photography and reflection. Visit early in the morning for fewer visitors and tranquil surroundings. Afterward, return to the lodge for a traditional Hyōgo tea afternoon tea, blending past and present in one serene experience.

Kashi City Mountain View Lodge offers a dedicated children’s activity room and outdoor mini-slide area, perfectly situated next to the open spaces of the Chouno Airfield Ruins. The hotel provides a family history explorer kit including hand-drawn maps, adventure cards, and miniature aircraft models, turning the visit into a playful educational journey. Evening storytelling sessions under the stars feature local elders recounting pilot tales, fostering intergenerational connection. HopeGoo via HopeGoo includes a free kids’ welcome gift pack.