Yatsugatake Grace Hotel

Unfortunately, the rain prevented us from seeing the starry sky. He explained about 30-40 minutes of stargazing indoors, next time on a sunny day. The public baths are very pleasant, and they are not allowed in the morning until 23:00 at night. I'm so sorry. The rooms are clean but feel rather old. Sofas and beds, it's about time. That said, it's an inn I want to visit again because I came to see the stars

It is a very relaxing place. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Parking lot located right in front of the hotel. There's a big lobby With the reception desk on the right with a little souvenir shop next to it. Couches, drink station available in the lobby to hang. Many pictures on display to enjoy, about the sky at night. That's the main characteristic of the location. The night view is beautiful. In the evening, the staff takes you out to look at the stars and the milky way. They have grass area located 5 mn walk away with mats on the ground to lay. Someone is there with a microphone to explain and show the different stars. For your information, breakfast is not included in the price of the room, as it's sometimes the case. We did have breakfast, a nice Buffet selection, served from 7 until 8.30 . The room was comfortable and clean. The WiFi works very well. The downside is that the hotel smells a little old. I really liked the fact that they had a hiking/walking course right in front of the hotel. I enjoyed the longer trail in the woods.

The food was great. The appetizer was made with plenty of local vegetables, and the main course was steak. It was very delicious. If it's clear, the starry sky is beautiful. As a service in the evening, starting from just after 8:30pm, a hotel staff member gives a lecture on the starry sky. He was very knowledgeable and it was very helpful. Also, as it is the highest point on the JR Koumi Line, it might be worth staying here as a starting point for taking photos of the Koumi Line train. It looks like it would be nice to go again during the autumn leaves season, so I would like to go again.