Activity

Planetarium (air dome type)

Enjoy a fantastical visual experience in collaboration with the general incorporated association Hoshitsumugi no Mura. The content of the screenings changes seasonally.

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Venue

Karamatsu Lake Garden Planetarium

Screening time (25 minutes each)

First session: 17:00~
Second session: 18:00~
*Depending on operational status, the event may be held only once.

Capacity

20 people per session

Price (tax included)

Guests: Adults ¥500 / Children aged 4 and over (elementary school age) ¥250
Outpatient visit: Adults ¥1,000 / Children aged 4 and over (elementary school age) ¥500

予約方法

Reservations can be made via the reservation board at the front desk.

Information

Please arrive at the venue directly 5 minutes before the start time.

Notes

Children aged 4 and up, up to elementary school age, must be accompanied by a guardian.
Children under 4 years old are not permitted to enter, even with parental supervision.
The dome is a narrow and dark space. Also, since you will be lying down and looking up at the ceiling to view the exhibits, we ask that people with mobility issues or claustrophobia refrain from using the dome.
Eating and drinking are prohibited inside the dome.
Please refrain from taking photos or making recordings inside the dome.
• In case of rain, you will walk 80 meters outdoors. Please bring an umbrella.

Swan Boat

Located at an altitude of 1470m, enjoy a peaceful moment at Karamatsu Lake, a small, iconic spot on the plateau.

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Venue

Karamatsu Lake Boat Dock

Opening times

14:00 - 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)

Capacity

Up to 4 people per boat

Price (tax included)

Guests: 15 minutes ¥1,000 / 1 boat
Outpatient: 15 minutes ¥2,000 / 1 boat

予約方法

Please inquire at the front desk.

Notes

For your safety, please be sure to wear a life jacket.
Children under junior high school age must be accompanied by a guardian.
Swimming in the lake is prohibited.
Please refrain from eating, drinking, or smoking while on board.
・We may suspend operations in case of severe weather or strong winds.

[National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Nobeyama Radio Observatory] Staying plan including a special lecture by Director Nishimura and a night tour.

The content changes every month, so you'll discover something new each time!

This limited-time plan offers private cottage time and a special experience at the Nobeyama Radio Observatory of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, a "holy site of radio astronomy." You can participate in a special lecture by Director Nishimura of the observatory and a night tour of the observatory, which is normally off-limits.

For hotel guests only, and only for those who have booked this plan.

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Accommodation/Meeting Place

Accommodation: KIYOSATO KOGEN RESORT
Meeting place: In front of the reception desk

Transportation service (reservation required)

Limited to the first 8 people. Departure from hotel at 19:00 / Departure from observatory at 21:30.

Distance from the hotel

Approximately 30 minutes by car

Date

May 28th & 29th / June 24th & 26th / July 9th & 10th /
August 26th & 27th / September 25th & 30th

Event time

Special lecture + night tour (approximately 120 minutes)

Time

19:30～21:30

Notes

*Applications are not accepted from those with preschool-aged children.
*The facility is dark, so it would be helpful to bring a flashlight.
*Please note that the event will be canceled if the minimum number of participants (10 people) is not met. We will contact you one week in advance if the event is canceled (no cancellation fee applies).

予約

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Strawberry picking and shiitake mushroom picking in Yatsugatake

Sweet, ripe strawberries and plump shiitake mushrooms! A fun harvesting experience for the whole family.

Enjoy picking exceptionally sweet strawberries nurtured by pure water and abundant sunshine, as well as thick, flavorful shiitake mushrooms.
Strawberries grown on elevated beds can be easily picked without bending down, making them a hit with everyone from young children to seniors.

Special benefits for guests Get up to 200 yen off your bill! Receive a free agar jelly made with either Shinshu-grown Shine Muscat or Nagano Purple grapes!

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Meeting point

Yatsugatake Energy Farm (1098 Tatezawa, Fujimi-machi, Suwa-gun, Nagano Prefecture)
35 minutes by car from the hotel (no shuttle service available).

Date and time

Closed year-round on Wednesdays (and Tuesdays in June).
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Summer night strawberry picking is from 7 PM to 9 PM.

Content

① 30-minute rare strawberry picking session [Free condensed milk!]
② 30 minutes of shiitake mushroom picking – fill your bag with as many as you can!
③ Strawberry picking experience [Take-home] 1 pack (300g)
④ Summer Night Strawberry Picking

Fee

① For children of elementary school age and older: Regular price 3,000 yen → 2,800 yen
Children aged 3 and over but under elementary school age: Regular price 1,500 yen → 1,300 yen
Children under 3 years old are admitted free of charge when accompanied by an adult.

② For elementary school students and older: Regular price 1,250 yen → 1,150 yen per person
Children aged 0 to under elementary school age: Free admission with accompanying adult

③ 1 pack (up to 300g) Regular price 1,500 yen → 1,300 yen

④ For elementary school students and older: Regular price 3,300 yen → 3,100 yen per person
Children aged 3 and over but under elementary school age: Regular price 1,650 yen → 1,450 yen
Children under 3 years old are admitted free of charge when accompanied by an adult.

Number of participants

From 1 person

Age range

All ages

Notes

*For safety reasons, we regret that we cannot allow children under elementary school age to participate in this activity alone.
Please ensure that an adult accompanies you during the experience.

*For further details, please refer to the details of each plan.

予約

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■ Planning and provision
Yatsugatake Energy Farm

Horse Riding License Level 5 Acquisition Plan (3 days/2 nights)

Certified by the Japan Equestrian Club Promotion Association

This comprehensive plan allows you to obtain a Level 5 riding license in a short period of time. Experienced instructors provide one-on-one guidance, so even beginners can confidently acquire the basics and knowledge of horseback riding.

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Meeting point

Horse Farm Polaris (10110-2 Kobuchizawa-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture)
25 minutes by car from the hotel (no shuttle service available).

Date and time

Year-round, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Content

Level 5 License Course (2 nights, 3 days, 300 minutes)

Fee

97,900 yen per person
*Breakdown: Riding fee 59,400 yen, License fee 11,000 yen, One-on-one instruction fee 16,500 yen, Written exam preparation fee 11,000 yen

Number of participants

From 1 person

Age range

4th grade and above

予約

Please contact Horse Farm Polaris by email (info@farmpolaris.com)
Alternatively, you can call us at 0551-45-7316.

■ Planning and provision
Horse Farm Polaris

[A relaxing time] Kayaking

A moment of healing on the water that engages all five senses

Experience kayaking on a tranquil pond at an altitude of 1600m, surrounded by the sounds of birds and wind. Gently swaying in your kayak on the water while savoring seasonal herbal tea, this unique and relaxing time offers an extraordinary experience you can only find here.

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Meeting point

Sun Meadows Kiyosato Ski Resort, in front of the entrance to the center house in the parking lot.

Distance from the hotel

Approximately 3 minutes by car

Event period

Weekdays during the kayaking season (excluding Golden Week and summer holidays)

Event time

14:00〜15:30

Fee

Application deadline: 8:00 PM the day before via the official website.
Participation fee: Adults (junior high school age and older): 6,000 yen per person, Children (elementary school age and younger): 4,000 yen per person

Number of participants

1-10 people

Age range

Ages 4 and up (and at least 85cm tall)
*Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a guardian.

Notes

Please check the official website (https://y-outdoor.com/m-kayak/) for details.

予約

Make a reservation here

■ Planning and provision
Yatsugatake Outdoor Activities Association (General Incorporated Association)

Click here for the website

[Vehicle for enjoying nature] Segway

Early morning Segway & Segway nature ride

An instructor will provide guidance on how to ride and guide you on your stroll, ensuring you have the most enjoyable experience. Don't miss this opportunity to have a wonderful experience.

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Meeting point

In front of the Yatsugatake Outdoor Activities Office

Distance from the hotel

Approximately 6 minutes by car

Event period

Varies by program.

Event time

Varies by program.

Fee

Application deadline: 16:00 on the official website the day before
Participation fee: Adults (16 years and over) 7,000 yen per person

Number of participants

2-6 people

Age range

16 years old to approximately 70 years old

What to bring

Please check the official website for details.
https://y-outdoor.com/segway/

予約

Make a reservation here

■ Planning and provision
Yatsugatake Outdoor Activities General Incorporated Association

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[Event Information] Kiyosato Kashiyama Firefly Festival

The annual "Firefly Festival" is held in the Kiyosato Kashiyama area of Takane-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture. You can enjoy the magical sight of fireflies dancing in the air after walking along the rice paddy path from the parking lot. Members of the "Kashiyama Firefly Preservation Society" are stationed at the direct sales store (parking lot) throughout the festival period.

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period

Late June to mid-July (※Typical peak viewing period: early July)

Time

20:00～21:00

Venue

Kiyosato Kashiyama District Direct Sales Outlet Parking Lot (Address: 2728 Kiyosato, Takane-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture)

Access

Approximately 20 minutes by car from our hotel.
*For detailed information on the location and Access routes, please ask at the hotel front desk. Feel free to inquire.

Fossil excavation experience Staying plan

Experience excavating 90 million-year-old Cretaceous strata in Hokuto City.

Appraisals are conducted on the spot. Since 2012, Waseda University has been transporting geological strata from Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture, dating back approximately 90 million years (Mesozoic Cretaceous period), to the museum! In previous fossil excavation experiences, "premium fossils" such as dinosaur (sauropod), crocodile and shark teeth, and turtle shells have been found.

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Venue

Hirayama Ikuo Silk Road Museum (no shuttle service provided)

Date and time

July 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 23rd-26th, 30th, 31st /
August 1st, 2nd, 7th-10th
13:30 onwards (approximately 80 minutes)

Fee

Adults: 1,600 yen
800 yen for junior high school students and younger.
*Includes museum admission fee

Minimum number of participants required / Capacity

none

Age range

Preschool children and older

What to bring