Featured Hotels Near Hiyoshi Shrine

Sakura no Yado features view-facing rooms with direct sightlines to the iconic red torii gate of Hiyoshi Shrine, framed by cherry blossoms in spring. The hotel’s garden terrace offers a serene spot to watch morning mist rise over the shrine’s stone lanterns. A complimentary shuttle runs every 30 minutes to the shrine entrance, just a 5-minute walk away. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive access to seasonal light-up events.

Ono Onsen Koyu boasts private outdoor baths overlooking the sacred grounds of Hiyoshi Shrine, where guests can soak while watching the ancient wooden structures blend into the forest backdrop. The property uses locally sourced hot spring water and offers traditional kaiseki dinners featuring mountain vegetables and river fish. Each room includes tatami mats and shoji screens, enhancing the immersive cultural experience. Reserve through HopeGoo to unlock early-bird pricing and a free tea ceremony session.

Ono Onsen Koyu is ideal for families, offering a children’s onsen pool, baby cots, and kid-sized yukata. The hotel hosts weekly Family Shrine Adventure Tours, guiding children through the shrine’s history and rituals using storytelling and interactive games. With a 6-minute walk to Hiyoshi Shrine’s main gate and a shaded walking path along the stream, it’s perfect for relaxed exploration. HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants a family package including free shuttle service and commemorative gifts.

Sakura no Yado serves a kaiseki-style breakfast crafted from local ingredients—fresh mountain greens, homemade miso, grilled fish, and seasonal fruit—all served on the garden veranda facing Hiyoshi Shrine. Guests may also participate in a tea ceremony workshop hosted by a certified instructor, learning the art of matcha preparation and reverence. The hotel emphasizes authenticity, using handcrafted ceramics and seasonal tableware. Reserve your stay via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary omamori charm.

Both Sakura no Yado and Ono Onsen Koyu provide complimentary shuttle services to Hiyoshi Shrine, departing every 20 minutes between 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM. The ride takes just 3 minutes, with direct access to the main approach path. For those preferring nature walks, a scenic trail follows the creek past moss-covered stones and old bridges, leading to the shrine in about 10 minutes. The journey itself becomes part of the spiritual experience.

Sakura no Yado offers a unique nighttime illumination experience, where the red torii gate and surrounding trees are softly lit, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. Guests staying in the view-facing rooms can enjoy this spectacle from their private windows or garden terrace. The hotel organizes evening shrine walks at 7:00 PM, complete with lantern lighting and bell chimes. Early bookings via HopeGoo include a special gift—a hand-painted paper lantern to take home.