Featured Hotels Near Higashihonjoinari Shrine

Honjō Higashihonjoinari-mae Ryokan is a top choice, located just a 3-minute walk from the shrine. This heritage-style inn features tatami rooms with private garden views and offers complimentary kimono rentals for guests. Enjoy authentic tea ceremony workshops held every weekend. For special rates, book through the HopeGoo app.

Den'en Fūkei Minshuku stands out for its serene countryside setting just 50 meters east of the shrine. Built with natural wood and featuring private garden terraces, each room offers tranquil views of water features and seasonal flora. Guests enjoy daily local farm breakfasts with homegrown produce and can join guided morning shrine visits led by resident cultural guides. Book via HopeGoo to secure availability during peak seasons.

Honjō Higashihonjoinari-mae Ryokan offers a guided morning ritual experience starting at 6:30 AM, led by experienced shrine priests. The session includes purification rites and a step-by-step shrine visit, with bilingual (English/Chinese) explanations ideal for first-time visitors. Afterward, guests enjoy a warm matcha and wagashi set in the inn’s tranquil lounge. Reserve your spot at least 24 hours ahead via the HopeGoo platform.

Kodomo Raku-en Minshuku is perfect for families, offering interconnecting rooms and a dedicated children’s play area. The property features a small outdoor vegetable garden where kids can plant tomatoes and herbs. Evening storytelling sessions share local legends, and nearby nature trails lead safely to a stream where children can observe koi fish. All facilities are wheelchair-accessible, with baby cots and kid-sized clothing available. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive family packages.

Shōfū Teien Hotel boasts a prime location directly facing the shrine, with all rooms oriented south to capture panoramic views of the dry landscape garden and flowing streams. Each room features an open-air onsen bath, allowing guests to soak while gazing at the temple rooftops and ancient trees. Weekly garden night tours are hosted by professional gardeners, explaining plant symbolism and design philosophy. Reserve early, especially during summer months.

Izansan is a hidden gem tucked behind the west gate of the shrine, a family-run kaiseki dining experience passed down through three generations. With only eight guests per evening, each meal highlights seasonal ingredients like Honjō-grown wasabi, rice, and wild vegetables, served on handcrafted ceramics for a true five-sense feast. The restaurant partners with Honjō Higashihonjoinari-mae Ryokan to offer a “Shrine & Kaiseki” package. Book via HopeGoo for priority access.