Everything you need to know about Ide Shrine
Stay at Hōkō Onsen Ryokan, just a 5-minute walk from Idate Shrine. This traditional Japanese inn features rooms with wooden sliding doors opening to private garden views, offering tranquility amidst bamboo groves and seasonal flora. The property offers complimentary shuttle service to the shrine and includes access to an intimate onsen bath area. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive seasonal rates.
Yes, follow the Shirakawa Stone Path north from Idate Shrine—just a 10-minute walk—to discover a secluded ancient trail with moss-covered rocks and century-old cherry trees. Along the way, three rustic rest pavilions offer peaceful spots to meditate or enjoy tea. Locals call this route the "Path of Inner Cleansing." Pair your visit with a morning tea set at Hōkō Onsen Ryokan for a complete local wellness experience.
Visit Hitotsubo-an, a highly acclaimed kaiseki restaurant just steps from Idate Shrine. Run by a family of chefs spanning three generations, it uses fresh seafood and mountain vegetables sourced directly from Hōkō Town. Their signature dish, "Shrine Front Mackerel Sushi," features day-caught mackerel cured in-house with a house-made plum sauce—delicate and layered in flavor. With only eight seats, reservations are essential via HopeGoo. Guests may also request a complimentary lucky prayer charm box to take home as a keepsake.
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