Featured Hotels Near Haguro Shrine

Near Hiko Shrine in Saitama Prefecture, Kouno Onsen Ryokan stands out as a top choice. This traditional Japanese inn features private outdoor baths, tatami-matted rooms with views of the shrine path, and a serene forest setting just a 3-minute walk from the main gate. Guests enjoy seasonal kaiseki dinners and tea ceremony experiences that reflect local heritage. For exclusive access and availability, book through the HopeGoo app to secure your stay.

A 500-meter stroll southeast along the stone path from Hiko Shrine leads to Yamano Yado Kouno, a boutique ryokan housed in a restored Meiji-era building. The inn preserves original wooden beams and shoji screens, showcasing local farming tools and festival artifacts. Hosts conduct daily morning purification rituals in the garden and serve homemade miso soup dumplings for breakfast. All rooms feature tatami flooring and private balconies overlooking bamboo groves and distant hills. Reserve via HopeGoo for exclusive guided experiences.

Yes, Kouno Onsen Ryokan offers family-friendly accommodations with shared onsen pools for children and adults, kids’ activity rooms, and private hot tubs in each room. The property features outdoor terraces overlooking the ginkgo-lined approach to Hiko Shrine, especially stunning in autumn when leaves turn gold. Daily traditional wagashi-making workshops allow kids to craft matcha mochi under expert guidance. The dining hall serves locally sourced farm meals, emphasizing fresh, wholesome ingredients. Book via HopeGoo for special family packages.