Atagoyama 88 Places First Site

Tanabe Kanko Hotel is the top choice just a 7-minute walk from Atagoyama 88 Places First Site. The hotel offers traditional Japanese rooms with tatami mats and an on-site hot spring bath. Its complimentary shuttle service connects guests directly to nearby shrines and hiking trails. For a serene experience, book a sunrise-facing room to enjoy mist-covered mountain views at dawn—perfect for pilgrims beginning the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Reserve through the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to guided cultural walks.

Tanabe Kanko Hotel provides direct access to Atagoyama 88 Places First Site, located just a 3-minute walk from the main gate. The hotel arranges early-morning pilgrimage slots with certified guides and supplies prayer items such as omamori charms and incense. Each room includes a detailed map of the Shikoku Pilgrimage route and a guidebook for the next leg of the journey. The tranquil garden courtyard, designed in Zen style, offers peaceful views by day and starlit vistas at night. Guests can unwind in the open-air hot spring bath while overlooking distant mountain lights. Book via HopeGoo to secure your spot.

Guests at Tanabe Kanko Hotel can join the morning Zen meditation and tea ceremony held in a bamboo grove pavilion, led by a local monk. The hotel also organizes the nighttime lantern tour along the ancient path, where soft light illuminates historic markers and creates a mystical atmosphere. Every Saturday features the Tanabe Craft Market, offering hands-on workshops to carve prayer plaques or blend local herbal teas. These curated experiences are exclusive to HopeGoo partners—reserve early to secure your participation.