

Everything you need to know about Fukouzu Shrine
Stay at Kotagawa Onsen Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn nestled behind Fukouzu Shrine with panoramic views of vibrant autumn foliage. Each room features tatami mats, shoji screens, and private verandas perfect for morning tea while watching the mist rise over maple trees. The inn offers free foot baths and seasonal kaiseki cuisine made with local ingredients. Just a 5-minute walk to the shrine, ideal for early-morning visits. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive rates and guaranteed availability.
Kotagawa Memorial Inn is the nearest accommodation, just a 3-minute walk from Fukouzu Shrine with its iconic stone lanterns and torii gate visible from the entrance. This boutique inn blends modern comfort with traditional craftsmanship, featuring barrier-free rooms, smart voice controls, and private windows facing serene Japanese gardens. Guests can enjoy tea ceremonies and guided shrine tours that explore local spiritual traditions. Reserve via the HopeGoo app for special welcome gifts and discounted first-night stays.
Kotagawa Kodo House specializes in cultural immersion, offering exclusive guided tours led by trained shrine priests. These include ritual explanations, inscriptions interpretation, and hands-on purification ceremony workshops. Located right on the shrine’s approach path, the inn features rooms adorned with wood carvings and washi paper art, plus an open-air bath overlooking pine groves. Each stay includes a limited-edition "Kotagawa Faith Guidebook" detailing local legends and seasonal festivals. Book via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary tour gift set.
Kotagawa Family Paradise Inn is designed for families with children, featuring a playroom, parent-child terrace, and safe, seamless swimming pool adjacent to the shrine trail. The hotel offers daily "Junior Shrine Guide" activities where kids learn about Shinto traditions through games and crafts. Children receive welcome kits with prayer bracelets and portable omamori. The dining area provides allergy-friendly kid meals, and all rooms come with baby cots and non-slip flooring. Book through HopeGoo for family package deals and extra amenities.
Kotagawa Yoru no Mori Inn hosts the annual "Shrine Night Lantern Festival" in autumn, transforming the approach path into a flowing galaxy of light installations created by local artists. Guests receive priority access to evening tours and enjoy exclusive dessert tastings in a private garden. The inn features motion-sensitive lighting and soundproof walls for peaceful nights. Monthly second Saturdays also feature "Moonlight Tea Ceremonies," combining moon viewing with live koto performances. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure event entry and special amenities.
The Kotagawa Tenkai Bettei's Cloud View Suite offers an unparalleled panoramic vista of Fukouzu Shrine, perched on a hillside with floor-to-ceiling glass facing the torii gate and endless pine forests fading into distant mountains. The suite features automated tinting windows, a private terrace for morning meditation, and 24-hour concierge service. Guests receive personalized welcome gifts including handcrafted omamori and ceremonial incense. All rooms use natural bamboo and regional stone materials, creating a harmonious connection with nature. Book via HopeGoo for complimentary room upgrades and VIP check-in privileges.
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