Tottori's Sekigane Onsen Launches Winter Stargazing Campaign

Published: January 7, 2026
Tottori's Sekigane Onsen Launches Winter Stargazing Campaign

HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane, operated by Ryutsu Co., Ltd. in Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture, announces the "Touch the Stars, Whole Sky Campaign" running from January 9 to February 28, 2026.

The two-month campaign includes a one-day-only star observation event on January 25, star-themed concept rooms with indoor planetariums, quiz activities throughout the hotel, and extended day-trip hot spring hours for both overnight guests and day visitors.

One-Day Star Observation Event & Dinner Buffet [Collaboration with Vixen]

Star observation event

On January 25, HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane presents "Star Party - Star Observation & Luxurious Dinner Buffet" in collaboration with Vixen, Japan's largest telescope manufacturer.

The star observation session features Vixen telescopes with professional guidance to view Saturn, Jupiter, the moon, the Pleiades star cluster, and winter constellations. The smart telescope Seestar S30 will capture and project images of star clusters and nebulae, offering views of the universe rarely seen with the naked eye.

Following the observation, guests can enjoy a dinner buffet featuring local ingredients. Day-trip hot spring bathing is also available for those interested.

Event Details:

Event name: "Star Party - Star Observation & Luxurious Dinner Buffet"

Date: January 25, 2026, 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane

Admission: Adults ¥5,000, Elementary school students and under ¥3,000, Children under 2 free

Limited Two-Month Star Decoration Rooms (2 Rooms Only)

Star decoration room

Indoor Planetarium Installed

Each room features a permanent indoor planetarium, allowing guests to enjoy a star-filled sky from the comfort of their room. Even on cold or cloudy nights, guests can experience a perfect starry sky in warmth and comfort.

Room with stars

Star-Themed Decor Throughout

While the rooms typically maintain calm colors, these star decoration rooms are filled with star-themed items. Guests can enjoy a charming stay surrounded by stars, with decorative elements on coffee cups, beds, table lamps, and more. Finding all the "stars" scattered throughout the room becomes part of the experience.

In-Hotel Quiz Activities for Overnight & Day-Trip Visitors

During the "Touch the Stars, Whole Sky Campaign," star-related quizzes will be placed throughout the hotel. Participants who complete the quiz receive a small gift. The hotel will also be decorated with star motifs throughout the campaign period. Guests can enjoy finding both the quiz stations and the stars scattered around the property.

Extended Day-Trip Hot Spring Hours & New Multi-Use Tickets Available

Throughout the campaign period, day-trip hot spring hours extend from the previous 4:00 PM closing time to 8:00 PM (last entry at 7:00 PM).

This extension makes the hot springs accessible to more visitors. The Sekigane Onsen, perfect for warming up on cold winter days, offers a deeply soothing experience.

In response to customer requests, multi-use bathing tickets are now available for purchase.

About HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane

HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane is located in the renowned Sekigane Onsen of Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture. This accommodation, themed around "starry skies" and "relaxation," opened at the end of April 2025 as a renovation of the former national lodge. Its greatest attraction is the spectacular starry sky available in Tottori Prefecture, known as "Hoshitori Prefecture" (Star-Taking Prefecture). The rooftop terrace and guest rooms offer views of countless stars after dark, providing special moments away from daily life.

The hot spring source is Sekigane Onsen, called "Platinum Hot Spring" for its clear, colorless water. This famous hot spring, long cherished as a healing destination, soothes both body and mind. Meals feature seasonal ingredients from the Sanin region, nurtured by Tottori's abundant nature. Head Chef Iwamoto, recognized as a Contemporary Master Craftsman, creates dishes that are both delicious and visually stunning.

Hotel Information

HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane

Address: 1397-3 Sekigane-shuku, Sekigane-cho, Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture

General Manager: Tatsushi Miyamoto

Hotel website: https://catch-the-star.com/