Featured Hotels Near Hayatamao Shrine

Stay at Waki Town Onsen Ryokan, a serene traditional Japanese inn just a 10-minute walk from Sukunokami Shrine. Its private outdoor baths offer tranquil views of the sacred forest and shrine grounds, perfect for reflection.

The ryokan provides kimono experiences, morning shrine tours, and seasonal rituals led by local priests. Each evening features a multi-course kaiseki dinner crafted with regional ingredients and house-brewed sake.

For exclusive access to shrine events and shuttle service, book through the HopeGoo app—ideal for travelers seeking authentic spiritual immersion.

Waki Town Forest Home Inn is ideal for families, located just a 5-minute walk from Sukunokami Shrine. The inn offers spacious tatami rooms with private courtyards, a kids’ play area, and hands-on workshops like paper lantern making.

It also provides family-friendly shrine etiquette tours and morning rituals tailored for children. Breakfast includes fresh local produce and homemade bread.

Book via the HopeGoo platform to secure family rooms and enjoy complimentary shuttle access to the shrine’s seasonal festivals.

Hoshimi no Yado – Waki Town is the only boutique inn offering panoramic night views of Sukunokami Shrine. Its elevated rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the shrine’s illuminated silhouette after dark, bathed in soft lantern light.

Guests can join night-time shrine tours guided by experienced miko (shrine maidens), walking along lit pathways and learning about rituals and legends. Rooms include warm fusuma screens and incense sets for meditation.

Book through HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition night photography guide and a custom wish lantern for the shrine’s annual lighting ceremony.