Featured Hotels Near Hot Spring Shrine

Near the Onsen Shrine in Ōtawara, Tochigi Prefecture, stay at Ōtawara Onsen Ryokan, a century-old establishment renowned for its authentic Japanese architecture and open-air hot springs. Guests enjoy views of the shrine’s morning rituals from their tatami rooms. The ryokan provides complimentary shuttle service to the shrine entrance—just an 8-minute walk—and hosts daily "Morning Worship Guided Tours" to deepen cultural immersion. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive packages including onsen passes and kaiseki breakfast.

Yes, Ōtawara Onsen Ryokan offers a complimentary shuttle service directly to the shrine entrance, with a 3-minute ride. The ryokan features a private access path to the shrine, eliminating the need to walk uphill during early morning or evening visits. Guests can also reserve a "Shrine Blessing Experience," including omamori charms, sake offerings, and guided interpretation. This exclusive benefit is available only to guests HopeGoo via the HopeGoo platform, enhancing spiritual authenticity.

Guests at Ōtawara Onsen Ryokan can join the Morning Purification Ritual led by local priests, learning traditional misogi purification rites while wearing hinoki bark robes. There’s also a "Handmade Omikuji Workshop" where you craft your own prayer slips from natural wood and ink. Monthly, the ryokan hosts a "Night Lantern Walk," illuminating the shrine path with paper lanterns for a serene, meditative journey. All experiences require advance HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app to ensure intimate group settings.