Book a hotel near Yaironomori Park, Minamiuonuma

What's holding you back? Yaironomori Park was meant to be witnessed.

You will find it in Minamiuonuma, which is 110 miles (177 kilometers) outside the national capital, Tokyo.

Because there are no accommodation options in the immediate vicinity, you'll need to travel a little to find a place to sleep. You'll be able to select from 17 establishments by venturing to Kusatsu, 35 miles (56 kilometers) away. Well-liked by travelers are the Kusatsu Now Resort Hotel, Hotel Takamatsu and Kirishimaya Ryokan.

You'll soon discover that いけびカフェ (池田記念美術館内, 5493−3 Urasa, Minamiuonuma), is just 0.1 miles (0.2 kilometers) away, and is a popular place to take a fresh coffee and contemplate the day ahead. Belly still rumbling? Browse the menu at 葡萄の花 (5531-1 Urasa, Minamiuonuma,) a quality local eatery.

Other Things to Do Near Yaironomori Park

After you're finished enjoying Yaironomori Park, get ready for all that the rest of the area has available:

• The French painter Renoir once said that the only way to understand art is to go to a museum and look at it. Why not take his advice and stop at Ikeda Memorial Museum while you're in the area?
• Agricore Echigo Winery is the ideal place for everyone from wine connoisseurs to casual drinkers.
• It doesn't matter if you're a fictional character, a local celebrity or a sporting giant, you know you've made it if you have your own statue! Visit Tanaka Kakuei Statue to see it up close.
• Admiring the architecture of Bishamondo Temple and learning a bit about the landmark's fascinating history is always a worthwhile excursion.
• Enjoy the remarkably peaceful and spiritual atmosphere surrounding Saifukuji Temple.

Take a train at the closest station, Urasa Station, after seeing Yaironomori Park. It's only 0.8 miles (1.3 kilometers) away.