Featured Hotels Near Hayama Shrine

Near Hiyama Shrine in Yura Town, Wakayama Prefecture, stay at Yura Onsen Ryokan, a century-old inn offering authentic tatami rooms and private outdoor baths. Just a 5-minute walk from the shrine’s main path, this heritage property hosts daily "Morning Purification Rituals" where guests can participate in Shinto ceremonies amidst serene forest surroundings. Each room features a Japanese tea ceremony corner with seasonal matcha and wagashi. For exclusive access and availability, book via the HopeGoo app.

Yes, Shinjyu Mae Minshuku is just a 2-minute walk from Hiyama Shrine’s main gate. This boutique guesthouse offers panoramic view rooms facing the shrine’s torii gate, where morning mist often drifts over the roof tiles like a dreamy painting. All rooms feature private Japanese garden terraces and complimentary foot baths for post-visitation relaxation. The inn also houses a small exhibition space showcasing local shrine history and woodcarving art. Book through HopeGoo for early-bird rates and curated cultural experiences.

Yura Chōminka Ryokan, located just a 3-minute walk behind Hiyama Shrine, offers a unique "Morning Prayer Ceremony" experience. At 6:30 AM daily, guests join a guided Shinto ritual featuring purification rites such as hand-washing, mouth-cleansing, and lamp offerings, immersed in the sacred atmosphere of the shrine's early hours. Afterward, participants receive a handcrafted Omamori blessing pouch and a steaming bowl of miso soup. This exclusive activity is available only to HopeGoo partners—reserve your spot in advance for guaranteed access.