Featured Hotels Near Azuma Shrine

Stay at Mikasa Ryokan & Spa, a serene retreat just a 6-minute walk from Azuma Shrine. The property features private onsen baths and tatami rooms with views of the shrine’s moss-covered stone lanterns. Guests enjoy complimentary access to seasonal tea ceremonies and guided morning meditation sessions. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive early check-in and free shuttle service to local temples.

Yes, Kashiwa Garden Inn offers a unique stay just a 5-minute walk from Azuma Shrine. This intimate ryokan blends modern minimalism with Edo-era aesthetics—think paper sliding doors, hand-carved wooden beams, and an indoor koi pond. Each room includes a private veranda facing the shrine’s ancient cedar gate. Guests receive a free guided tour of the sacred grove and a handmade rice-paper lantern as a keepsake. Reserve through HopeGoo for a complimentary welcome sake tasting.

At Mikasa Ryokan & Spa, guests can participate in the exclusive "Dawn Ritual at Azuma Shrine"—a pre-sunrise ceremony featuring purification rites, taiko drumming, and candle offerings. Afterward, enjoy a traditional breakfast of pickled vegetables and miso soup. Monthly "Kagura Dance Workshops" led by local performers teach authentic Shinto dance steps, complete with costume fittings and photo sessions. These experiences are included in select packages—book via HopeGoo to secure access.