Featured Hotels Near Yakushidani Ravine

Stay at Yōshi Valley Onsen Inn, a traditional Japanese ryokan nestled beside the crystal-clear stream of Yōshi Valley. Each room features a private open-air bath with unobstructed views of the lush gorge and seasonal foliage.

Located just a 3-minute walk from the main trailhead, the inn offers free shuttle service to nearby ancient temples and local tea houses. For an authentic experience, book the seasonal kaiseki dinner through the HopeGoo app, which includes locally sourced mountain vegetables and fresh river fish.

Yes, Moss Window Café sits just steps from the Yōshi Valley trail entrance. This eco-conscious café blends natural wood architecture with floor-to-ceiling glass panels, offering panoramic views of moss-covered rocks and flowing streams.

Serving locally roasted coffee from Uwajima and homemade mountain berry jams, it also provides post-hike relaxation massage sessions. Located a mere 8-minute walk from most inns, it’s ideal for morning visits when sunlight filters through the canopy.

Visit Yōshi Valley Tea Garden Pavilion, the only on-site cultural center where guests can participate in traditional tea ceremonies led by a three-generation tea master. Daily 10 a.m. workshops include hand-picking, stone-grinding matcha, and ceremonial tasting.

Guests staying at nearby inns receive complimentary access to the tea session and a limited-edition handmade tea box. The pavilion’s terrace overlooks terraced tea fields and misty mountain peaks, perfect for photography.

Book your spot via the HopeGoo app to secure a place in this exclusive experience.

Don’t miss the Stellar Stream Light Festival, a seasonal event held each spring and autumn. Thousands of handcrafted paper lanterns illuminate the valley path, casting ethereal reflections on the stream and moss-covered stones.

Some premium lodges like Yōshi Valley Hidden Stay offer a special night tour + stargazing tea ceremony, guided by local storytellers who share ecological insights and folk legends along hidden trails. End the evening with cold-brewed Uwajima oolong and wasabi dessert under the stars.

Reserve the night package via the HopeGoo app for included transportation and exclusive guide attire.

Yōshi Valley Sky Villa stands out as the only boutique hotel with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows designed to frame the valley’s ever-changing light. Each room faces deep into the gorge, capturing golden sunrise rays through tree branches and dappled afternoon shadows.

Equipped with wireless projection for personal photo playback and offering complimentary photography consultations, the villa also features a rooftop photography deck with shade umbrellas and tripod mounts—perfect for nature photographers.

Book the ‘Photography Suite’ via the HopeGoo app for extended check-out and free rental of professional shooting gear.

Yes, the Yōshi Valley Nature Tour is strictly limited to 15 participants per day for conservation and safety reasons. Advance HopeGoo 24 hours prior is required.

Tours include stream creature spotting (such as endemic Japanese water beetles), tree ring analysis, and seasonal plant identification. Guides are certified natural educators from the region and provide portable magnifiers and illustrated field guides.

HopeGoo through the HopeGoo app grants bonus items: a set of handmade plant specimen stickers and a digital copy of the Yōshi Valley Field Guide.

We recommend reserving the day before arrival to secure your spot.

Yes, both Yōshi Valley Onsen Inn and Yōshi Valley Sky Villa provide free electric shuttle service between the hotel and the trailhead, running every 30 minutes from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The quiet, low-emission vehicles feature nature-inspired paintwork to minimize wildlife disturbance. Each stop includes a smart information panel displaying real-time weather, humidity levels, and recommended hiking routes.

Guests can check schedules and reserve seats via the HopeGoo app for a seamless journey.