Gaze the Night Away Together at These 16 Kanto Hotels & Inns Famous for Starry Skies

First, we will introduce accommodations in Kanagawa that are easily accessible from Tokyo. Hakone Hoshi no Akari is a hot onsen inn that boasts a location surrounded by magnificent nature. All rooms have an open-air bath, and you can enjoy a wonderful view of Hakone's somma and Itari Pond from the window. The nearest station is Hakone Yumoto Station. From there, transfer to the Hakone Tozan Bus and get off at Hakone Country Entrance, then use the hotel's shuttle service (please contact us) to arrive.

At the rooftop observation deck "Tenku Terrace", you can enjoy a wonderful view of mountains, lakes and the sky. Relax on the sofa or sunbed while feeling the pleasant breeze. There's also a footbath, so it's warm even in winter.

On a clear night, you can see a sky full of stars above your head! Enjoy the starry sky to your heart's content on the terrace of your room or on the sky terrace on the roof. Also, in the early mornings of spring and autumn, you can sometimes see the sea of clouds from the Tenku Terrace. If you can enjoy the superb view both at night and in the morning, there is no doubt that it will be a special trip.

When you think of Hakone, you think of onsen! At this inn, different hot spring sources are drawn into the open-air bath and the large public bath in the guest room, so you can enjoy two types of onsen inside the hotel. In the large public bath, you can soak in the sulphate spring "Sengokuhara onsen", which is characterized by cloudy water, and in the guest room open-air bath, you can soak in the "Gora onsen", which is known as a hot spring for beauty.

Dinner can be served in a private room with a sense of privacy. We use plenty of Hakone Seiroku beef, Ashigara beef, seafood from Sagami Bay, and local mountain produce in our dishes. Enjoy the dishes made with carefully selected ingredients with both your eyes and your tongue. Let's enjoy a relaxing and creative Japanese kaiseki meal with him.

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We will introduce another onsen inn in Kanagawa where you can enjoy the starry sky. Hanare no Yado Hoshigayama is an authentic log house surrounded by magnificent nature. The whole building is built in one building, so it has plenty of privacy. You and your lover will be immersed in the feeling of a villa family. When going to the inn, you can use the pick-up service (contact required) from JR Nebukawa Station.

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The log house has a private terrace where you can feel the fresh breeze of the mountains. Some rooms come with an open-air bath. Although this is not onsen, there are private baths that incorporate Yugawara onsen and rock baths for men and women. You can enjoy touring the hot springs in the hotel with him.

There is no unnecessary light around, so if the weather is good, you will likely be able to see a star-filled sky! Why not sit on the terrace of the log house and enjoy a drink and snacks while watching the stars? Depending on the season, you may even be able to see fireflies!

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Gunma, known as a land of onsen, has many spots where you can enjoy both onsen and starry skies. Manza onsen is one of them. Due to its high altitude, the view of the starry sky from here is well-regarded. Manza Onsen Manza Hotel Juraku is an inn that boasts an open-air bath overlooking Manza's scenic spot, Karabuki. The sight of white water vapor continuously gushing out from the rock is impressive! If you are traveling by Shinkansen from Tokyo, get off at Karuizawa Station. From there, take the Seibu Kanko Bus to Manza Bus Terminal, which takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Manza has many favorable conditions for starry sky watching, including clear air at an altitude of approximately 1,800 meters, unobstructed views, and few surrounding lights. If the weather is nice, you might be able to see a sky full of stars from the spectacular open-air bath “Unkai no Yu”! What's more, the hot water is one of Japan's most highly concentrated sulfur springs. You can enjoy the water flowing straight from the source without adding water.

We recommend the spacious “Nishikawa Air Mat Twin”. The natural design full of the warmth of wood is attractive. For the bed, Tokyo Nishikawa's "air mattress" supports a good night's sleep. There is also a massage chair, so the two of you can forget about your work fatigue and spend a happy time together.

At dinner time, there is a buffet of about 40 Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes. We have a wide selection of dishes that use plenty of local ingredients. You can also enjoy menus made with Gunma's proud ingredients, such as ``Joshu Mugiton'' and the high-quality fish brand ``Ginhikari'' rainbow trout. There is a wide variety of desserts, and drinks and alcohol are all you can drink. It's really satisfying♪

Let me introduce you to another inn in Manza onsen. Manza Prince Hotel, located approximately 40 minutes by bus from Manza/Kazawaguchi Station on the Azuma Line, is a resort located at an altitude of approximately 1,800 meters. Because it is located at a high altitude, if the weather is nice, you can see stars that look like jewels. Many people visit this hotel in the winter for winter sports, but we also recommend the season from spring to summer, where you can enjoy walking around the area while admiring the alpine plants. The view from the room is full of openness♪

There is almost no light in the surrounding area, so you can clearly see the "Milky Way" on clear days. It seems that just the two of us looking at the stars will fill our hearts. Stargazing parties are sometimes held, so please check the official website. Enjoy the natural planetarium while listening to the guide's commentary.

The view from the open-air bath in the hotel is also the best! When the sun goes down, you will feel like you are bathing in a “star shower” as the sky full of stars spreads overhead. The scenery that can be seen in the daytime and at dusk is also beautiful, so I would like to go there many times.

Next, we will introduce inns in Shima onsen, which is gaining popularity as a retro onsen town. “Kashiwaya Ryokan” is a onsen inn that retains a retro atmosphere of the Showa era, although it has a luxurious feel. To get to the inn, take the bus bound for Shima Onsen from Nakanojo Station on the JR Agatsuma Line and get off at Seiryu no Yu onsen. Another option is to use an accommodation plan that allows you to take a direct bus from Tokyo. More information about this plan can be found on the official website.

There are a total of 14 guest rooms and 8 types. It's nice to have so many options even though it's a small inn. You're sure to find a room that suits the two of you, from Japanese-style rooms to Japanese-Western rooms, rooms with open-air baths, and rooms with footbath terraces!

Kashiwaya Ryokan has large public baths for men and women, as well as three private open-air baths. All you can enter for free! You don't need to make a reservation, and you can enter as many times as you like as long as there are vacancies. Around Shima onsen, you can see a wonderful starry sky just outside the onsen town. In summer, you can even see the Milky Way with the naked eye. Even in the private baths at the inn, if you turn off the lights and take a bath, you can see countless stars. How romantic it is to have onsen with two people looking at the stars ♡

In the hall, there are Showa retro things such as black telephones and tick-tock old clocks. Check-out is at 12:00, so please enjoy your leisurely tour of the hotel. It might be a good idea to take a stroll around the area on a free rental bicycle.

There are many attractive starry sky lodges in Chiba. "THE SHINRA" is a luxury resort with attention to detail. It is an adult lodge perfect for adults who love fine food. Why not spend a wonderful time with your partner? It takes about 2 hours from the city center by riding the "Uchiboso Limited Express Sazanami". It is about 15 minutes by bus from Tateyama Station, or you can use the shuttle bus (reservations must be made by the day before).

It's nice to see the starry sky in the lounge, but if you're a couple, you'll definitely want to see it in a room where you and your boyfriend can be alone! We offer a variety of rooms, from luxurious premium suites to villa rooms located in separate rooms from the classic building. All rooms have ocean views and a space with an onsen hot spring bath that will elevate your time with your boyfriend. While soaking in the Tateyama onsen on the terrace, the seascape of Tateyama and the beautiful starry sky will enchant your body and soul ♡

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The charm of this hotel is "food". The sea of Tateyama, which is known as a treasure trove of fish, offers a variety of gourmet dishes using ultra-fresh local fish that are fried early in the morning of the day. At the grill kitchen in one corner of the dining room, you can enjoy meal with all five senses while watching the chef carefully prepare the rich ingredients of Minamiboso.

One such hotel is Kameyama Onsen Hotel overlooks Lake Kameyama. Beautiful seasonal scenery spreads out outside the window, and you can also enjoy a cruise on the lake. It is about a 12-minute walk from Kazusa Kameyama Station on the JR Kururi Line. Alternatively, you can take an express bus from Tokyo Station or Shibuya Station directly to the Sasa bus stop near the hotel. There are a variety of room sizes and types, but all of them offer a view of the lake. It's the ultimate happiness to be able to enjoy the majestic Lake Kameyama just the two of you, and the starry sky on clear nights♪

It gets pitch black at night as there are almost no street lights around. If the weather is clear, you can see countless stars shining in the sky. Especially in summer, it is recommended that you can see the bright red sunset, Lake Kameyama, and the fantastic starry sky. In the silence, let's stand side by side and impress the sight that you can never see in the city.

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onsen is a chocolate-colored natural hot onsen! It is characterized by a dark color that makes it impossible to see the body when it reaches a depth of about 50 cm. Let's enjoy the luxurious natural onsen with 100% free-flowing source. You can take a bath all night long, so you'll want to enter as many times as you like.

Next, we will introduce hotels that are close to famous stargazing spots. "Minamiboso Shirahama Onsen Shirahama Ocean Resort" is located on the sea side from "Kaigan Dori". Therefore, you can enjoy unobstructed sea views from all rooms. The hotel can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by free shuttle bus from Tateyama Station, or approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes by direct express bus from Tokyo Station.

The “Deluxe Twin with Observation Bath” room is recommended for couples. Comes with a romantic “Ocean View Bath” with a wonderful view. You can spend the ultimate relaxing time while feeling the sea breeze and looking at the ocean. On a sunny night, the stars twinkle and create a romantic atmosphere. By the way, you can soak in the Minamiboso City onsen in the large public bath in the hotel.

Nojimasaki Lighthouse, about a 10-minute walk from the hotel, is a spot at the southernmost tip of the Boso Peninsula. This area is secretly popular as a place where you can enjoy the starry sky with the naked eye, as there are no city lights or streetlights and it is pitch black. Why not sit on the Lover's Bench and look for shooting stars together? We recommend bringing a flashlight with you when you go.

There is also a summer garden pool on the premises, which guests can use free of charge. Let's have fun in the open pool that seems to be connected to the sea! In addition, there are many wonderful facilities such as a stylish night lounge (currently closed as of September 2023) and a healing salon that you can visit before going to bed.

The restaurant in the hotel is an open space with a view of the sea. At dinner time, you can enjoy a rich Japanese and Western buffet with about 50 different dishes. There is a wide selection of local Boso cuisine and seasonal dishes. Savor the happiness of eating your fill of local gourmet food with your partner ♡

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Kyukamura Tateyama is a hotel that has an observatory attached to it, and all rooms have ocean views. It's also easy to access, taking the JR Kanto Bus directly from Tokyo Station in about 2 hours. If you are going from the nearest station, take a bus bound for Izu or Sakata from JR Tateyama Station for about 20 minutes and get off at Kyukamura-mae.

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A free "Starry Sky Briefing & Astronomical Telescope Observation" is also held in the museum. After listening to an explanation of the constellations on a large screen, participate in an astronomical observation event using a telescope. After listening to the explanation, there is no doubt that you will be more interested in the starry sky! Please check the official website for the latest information on the event.

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Inside the hotel, you can enjoy an open-air bath with a natural onsen. Enjoy the outstanding openness of the ocean in front of you♪If the weather is good, you can see Mt. Fuji, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Nokogiri from here. At night, the sky is filled with stars and the tension rises.

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The hotel offers a wide variety of experiences and activities, such as "beach combing" where you can enjoy treasure hunting, "original wind chime making", and "original eco bag making". There is also a daily program, so check it out!

There are many inns in Tochigi that boast starry skies. One of them is Hoshi no Akari, a warm and soothing hot spring inn located in Nasu Town. It is a luxurious Japanese-style ryokan with only 13 rooms on a site of approximately 3,000 tsubo, all with open-air baths. Since there are only a few rooms, you can expect attentive service. How about when you want a little extravagance, such as on your anniversary? Access is approximately 40 minutes by bus from Nasu-Shiobara Station or Kuroiso Station (free with advance reservation), and approximately 3 minutes by free shuttle bus (reservation required) from Shin-Nasu bus stop.

Natural onsen can be used in the open-air baths in the rooms. During the day you can enjoy the vast scenery of the Kanto Plain, and on clear nights you can enjoy the starry sky while bathing. The atmosphere of the open-air bath differs depending on the room, so you can enjoy what kind of bath it is after you arrive♪ After checking in, let's enjoy the bath with a superb view of the guest room with him.

About 10 to 15 minutes by car from the inn are the Nasu Kogen Observation Deck and the Daimaru Enchi Observation Deck. When the two of you look at the vast panoramic starry sky that resembles a planetarium, it will be engraved in your memory. In addition to the starry sky, the view of the sunset is also recommended. We hope you will be able to experience once-in-a-lifetime, once-in-a-lifetime moving scenery.

The Key Highland Nasu is a resort hotel where you can enjoy a comfortable all-inclusive stay while enjoying the rich nature of the Nasu Highlands. The fact that you can enjoy services such as gourmet food and activities just for the price of your stay is a great point. There are six types of rooms, including suites with private open-air baths and maisonettes with lofts, so consult with him to decide where to stay.

If you make a reservation on the same day, you can enjoy the stars at the "Astronomical Observatory Dome" equipped with an astronomical telescope on the roof of the facility. It is irresistible for two people who want to enjoy a full-fledged astronomical show. Maybe your curiosity about the universe will be swollen.

There are plenty of on-site facilities such as a pool and karaoke, so you won't get bored. There is also a forest walkway within the hotel grounds, where you can take a stroll while listening to the chirping of birds, the sunlight filtering through the trees, and the gentle breeze caressing your cheeks. You can also go cycling on an electric bicycle.

Vacation villages" throughout Japan are operated for the purpose of enjoying the great outdoors. onsen At one of them, Tochigi Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto in Nikko City, you can participate in stargazing depending on the day. Rooms overlooking birch and larch trees will also soothe couples. To get there, take the 80-minute bus from Tobu Nikko Station, and it is about a 7-minute walk from the Yumoto onsen bus stop (a shuttle bus is also available by reservation).

The staff guides you through the "Oku-Nikko Starry Sky Classroom & Observation", which is a full-fledged event where you can start stargazing after explaining how to find constellations and myths. In the summer, you can also see the Milky Way reflected on the surface of Lake Yunoko♡ Also, during the full moon, new moon, and meteor shower nights during the opening hours of Nikko Yumoto Camp, you can enjoy the starry sky while surrounding the bonfire. Observation "Bonfire de Star Night" will also be held. Check the official website for schedules of various events.

Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto onsen is connected to Yumoto Onsen, which is said to have opened in the Nara period. Both the open-air bath and the indoor bath are all flowing directly from the source. The hot water is originally colorless and transparent, but it turns cloudy or greenish when exposed to light or air. Relax in the warm water while enjoying the changing colors.

Ibaraki The "Kamiiso-no-Torii" is a famous sightseeing spot and starry sky spot in Oarai-cho. Such a popular spot can be viewed from every room at Oarai Hotel ANNEX Gyorai-an. As the name suggests, the rooms are so close to the ocean that it is almost as if fish are coming to your room, making it a good choice for couples who love the ocean. You can spend the day in peace and quiet while being soothed by the sound of the sea, and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beach together. Access: 10 minutes by cab from Oarai Station.

Being able to enjoy the night view is the real pleasure of lodging. Why don't you two quietly wait for the sunset sky to turn into a "starry sky"? Both he and you will surely be charmed by its divine beauty.

Why don't you wake up early in the morning and enjoy the scene where "Kamiiso no Torii" is bathed in the brilliant morning sun? After a walk, enjoy a Western-style plate or buffet-style breakfast in the ocean-view lounge. Please be healed by the heartful hospitality of the staff.

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About 7 minutes by taxi from Oarai Station, “Satoumitei Kinparo Hontei Hontei” is also an inn near “Kamiiso no Torii”. When you want to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and hide in the clouds together, it would be wonderful if you could stay at a hotel like this beachside villa. It seems that your body and mind will be purified just by spending time gazing at the ocean from the oceanfront wooden deck.

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The "Kamiiso Torii" is right in front of you, so you can enjoy a stroll at night. The starry sky is wonderful, but the moonlit night is also fantastic and romantic♡However, it's dark and uneasy to walk underfoot, so if you're planning a walk at night, it's a good idea to bring a flashlight. You can also walk to Oarai Isosaki Shrine from the hotel, so please visit it together.

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The concept of ``Satoumi Satoumitei Kinparo Hontei'' is a ``seaside villa.'' There are fishing ports and farms near the inn, so you can enjoy plenty of nutritious seasonal produce from the morning. The sea view from meal is also nice. Let's take a refreshing look at the white waves, feel energized by a relaxing country breakfast, and head home refreshed together.

Even in Tokyo, which has a strong image of a big city, there are inns that boast starry skies. Okutama no Kaze Hatonoso, where you can enjoy the beauty of the valley throughout the seasons, is a little-known inn where you can enjoy starry skies, Italian gourmet food, and onsen. Is there such a rich natural environment within an hour and a half by train from Shinjuku? You may be surprised. In the simple and clean rooms, you can enjoy the sound of a clear stream.

You can clearly see Tokyo's "forgotten starry sky" here. It's nice to spend the night quietly gazing at the starry sky with the clear night air. Listen to the sounds of nature, such as the singing of insects and the rustling of trees, which you cannot normally hear.

Dinner is an authentic Italian dish prepared with plenty of seasonal ingredients that the chef is proud of. In addition to Okutama's local vegetables, you can also taste special products such as "Okutama Yamame" and "Okutama Wasabi" depending on the season. I would like to accompany you with the wine recommended by the sommelier. After eating, enjoy the open-air bath and indoor bath where you can enjoy two types of onsen: Hatonosu onsen and Tsurunoyu Onsen.

Finally, Saitama ・Introduces an inn in Minano Town, Chichibu County that boasts a starry sky. About 10 minutes from Minano Station by reservation-only shuttle service, Ikoinomura Heritage Minoyama is an inn surrounded by the nature of Chichibu. From the guest rooms, you can view the mountains in each of the four seasons. On some days, a "Nature Tour" is offered exclusively for guests of the inn. It is free of charge, so be sure to join.

For couples who love the stars, we recommend the Star-gazing Party & Night View Tour. It is a 60-minute program that includes a guide and pick-up. First, head to Ikoinomura Heritage Minoyama Minoyama. After enjoying the night view, it's finally time to go to the planetarium in the great outdoors. Would you like to lie down with him and look at the starry sky? There is no doubt that it will be a memory of a lifetime.

From the large observation bath in the hotel, you can see the mountains of Joetsu and Nikko as well as the Chichibu mountain range. Please warm up to the core of your body in the warm chloride spring where you can take a long bath. Let's refresh while slowly looking at the scenery.

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