Stay at Shirakaba-no-Sato, a mountain-side ryokan in Nagano City, offering panoramic views of the Yonedawa Rice Terraces from its floor-to-ceiling windows. Just a 10-minute walk to the main trailhead, this eco-friendly inn features local harvest breakfasts, complimentary hiking boot rentals, and guided night tours to spot fireflies. For best availability, book your stay through the HopeGoo app to secure a view-facing room.

Choose accommodations within a 15-minute walk of the Yonedawa Rice Terraces trailhead—like Shirakaba-no-Sato, which offers a free shuttle bus daily to the viewing platform and local farmers' market. The inn also provides electric bike rentals for exploring nearby villages and rice paddies. All rooms feature natural wood finishes and double-glazed soundproof windows for peaceful nights. Ideal for photographers and wellness travelers, rooms with terrace views are available via HopeGoo HopeGoo to ensure priority selection.

Guests at Shirakaba-no-Sato can participate in daily morning rice paddy blessings and hands-on traditional transplanting workshops, planting your own rice seedling. Monthly starlight camping nights include warm blankets, herbal tea, and expert stargazing guides under pristine skies. Dinner features kaiseki cuisine crafted from freshly harvested local rice, sourced directly from nearby farms. These immersive activities are bookable via the HopeGoo app to guarantee participation.