Activities
Spring Moss Viewing
- Availability:
- Mar 17, 2025 – May 31
During the spring season when many sporophytes called moss flowers can be seen, there are two programs where you can enjoy the moss viewing "Okokemi" that is unique to Oirase Gorge.*Each is a separate activity.
Moss Ball Making Workshop
- Availability:
- All year
Create your own moss ball inspired by the moss-covered rocks throughout Oirase Gorge. It's a way to bring a piece of Oirase into your home.
Oirase Lamp Making Workshop
- Availability:
- All year
You can make gourd lamps designed from moss that lives in the Oirase Stream. The finished lamps can be taken home with a special pedestal.
Memorable Instant Camera Set
- Availability:
- Application period: 9:00~18:00
Set of an instant camera including a camera and an album that lets you capture the beautiful scenery of Oirase Gorge.
Keiryu Open-top Bus Tour
- Availability:
- May 19, 2025 – Nov 3*Maintenance suspension days 5/28, 6/4, 6/18, 7/4, 7/30, 8/20, 9/10, 9/24, 10/15
This tour takes you around the Oirase Gorge by an open-top bus, offering an exhilaration experience and a 360-degree view of the surrounding nature.
Here is an image video of the tour (transition to YouTube)
Spring Moss Viewing
- Availability:
- Mar 17, 2025 – May 31
Encounter the charming mosses along Oirase Gorge. Look into the microscopic world with a magnified glass, and disvover the unique lifestyle of them.
Private Mountain Stream Fishing Tour
- Availability:
- Apr 21, 2025 – Sep 30
A private guided fishing tour for beginners. With a professional guide, you can enjoy an authentic mountain stream fishing experience.
Oirase Guided Walk in Upstream Area
- Availability:
- May 1, 2025 – Sep 30
With a mountain stream concierge, you can enjoy the various waterfalls and walk the 2.5 km distance from Tamadare-no-taki Waterfall to Choshi Otaki Waterfall in about 2 hours..
Lake Towada Good Luck History Walk
- Availability:
- Apr 27, 2025 – Nov 16Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
This is a tour exploring fortune-bringing spots centered on Towada Shrine with a guide who knows everything about the history of Lake Towada.
Oirase Fresh Green Power Charge Trip
- Availability:
- Apr 24, 2025 – May 30Thursday and Friday check-in days only
You can enjoy power charge meditation to release your mind and body at the phantom waterfall "Soryu-no-taki Waterfall," forest bathing under the giant tree "Forest of God," and luxurious bathing in the private open-air bath "Yae Kokonoe no Yu."
Oirase New Green Afternoon Tea
- Availability:
- Apr 15, 2025 – May 31
This is an afternoon tea program limited to spring, where you can enjoy a hearty moment with special sweets and hot tea that express the change of spring in a special seat with shimmering fresh green.
Moss Flower Discovery
- Availability:
- Mar 17, 2025 – May 31
A nature guide talks about the secrets of design and the interesting aspects of ecology, while using a moss flower object.
Tsutanuma Walk in Early Morning
- Availability:
- Apr 26, 2025 – Jun 30
A guided morning tour of Tsuta Forest, nestled in the foothills of the southern Hakkoda Mountains, offers a memorable experience.
Oirase Moss Parfait
- Availability:
- Jun 1, 2025 – Aug 31
We offer the Oirase Moss Parfait, an expression of moss wrapped in a cool summer mist. You can enjoy the charm of summer moss to the fullest by enjoying the parfait, an expression of moss shining brightly in summer, and a cool original drink.
Oirase Gorge Guided Walk
- Availability:
- Apr 16, 2025 – Nov 26
You walk about 2.8 km from Ishigedo to Kumoinotaki falls, called "Golden Course" of Oirase Gorge with nature guide for 2 hours.
Oirase Shuttle Bus
- Availability:
- Apr 15, 2025 – Nov 26
A convenient shuttle bus linking the hotel and midstream Oirase Gorge, exclusively for guests, running every hour.
Fly Fishing Tour for Beginner
- Availability:
- Apr 20, 2025 – Sep 30
A private fly fishing tour with a professional guide. The guide will provide personalized instruction and full support throughout the experience.
E-bike Rental Service
- Availability:
- Apr 15, 2025 – Nov 26
E-bike rental service with electric-assist bicycle. You can ride along the Oirase Gorge and feel the breeze and the gentle sounds of the stream.
Keiryu Breath
- Availability:
- Apr 16, 2025 – Nov 26
Take a deep breath and stretch in the clear early morning air with the sounds of stream.
Keiryu Open Air Bath
- Availability:
- Apr 15, 2025 – Nov 26
An open-air bath with breathtaking stream views, offering soothing waters from Mt. Hakkoda and the beauty of Oirase's nature.
Mountain stream going tea set
- Availability:
- Apr 15, 2025 – Nov 26
A tea set designed for a relaxing moment in Oirase Gorge. Enjoying tea in the forest can be a special experience.
Early Spring Handkerchief Making
- Availability:
- Apr 16, 2025 – May 31
Express the beauty of Oirase Gorge in early spring by coloring a handkerchief. You can take it as a piece of Oirase's charm home with you.
Moss Trail
- Availability:
- Jun 1, 2025 – Nov 26
Encounter the charming mosses along Oirase Gorge. Look into the microscopic world with a magnified glass, and disvover the unique lifestyle of them.
Mountain Stream Discovery
- Availability:
- Apr 15, 2025 – Nov 25
A nature guide talks about the attactiveness of Oirase Gorge and the various ways to enjoy this area in each seasons.