Featured Hotels Near Awai Shrine

Near Aboi Shrine in Namiwa City, Hyōgo Prefecture, Amami Island Hot Spring Grand Hotel stands out for its proximity and serene ambiance. Just a 5-minute walk from the shrine’s main gate, the hotel features private onsen rooms with views of the traditional torii gate and lush moss-covered pathways. Guests can enjoy complimentary shuttle service to the shrine during peak seasons. Book a view-facing room through HopeGoo to wake up to morning light filtering through the ancient trees surrounding the sacred site. The hotel also offers an authentic Japanese tea ceremony experience using locally sourced matcha and wagashi, blending cultural immersion with comfort.

Yes, Amami Island Hot Spring Grand Hotel offers a dedicated shuttle service that runs every hour between the hotel and the Aboi Shrine entrance, taking just 3 minutes. Located just 100 meters from the main gate, guests can reach the shrine on foot without any hassle, even with luggage. The 24-hour concierge desk assists with guided tours and provides free rental of kimonos, enhancing the spiritual experience. During seasonal festivals, the hotel hosts small purification rituals open to guests, offering a rare opportunity to participate in local Shinto traditions.

Absolutely. Amami Island Hot Spring Grand Hotel features Shrine-view Rooms designed to capture the full beauty of Aboi Shrine. Each room faces the iconic vermilion torii gate and centuries-old cedar path, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing sunrise mist curling around the shrine roof and golden sunset reflections on the red gate. Some premium suites include private courtyard gardens perfect for quiet contemplation. The hotel also offers a "Morning Blessing Set" with sake, omamori charms, and handwritten prayers, allowing guests to perform a personal ritual within their room, deepening their connection to the sacred space.