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Stay at Ota Shinten-chō Ryokan, just a 3-minute walk from Ikutama Shrine. This traditional Japanese inn offers tatami rooms with garden views and quiet mornings framed by autumn foliage. Enjoy complimentary kimono rentals and tea ceremony experiences. The property features a private path leading directly to the shrine’s approach, allowing peaceful access during festivals. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive seasonal packages.
Ota Shinten-chō Ryokan offers direct walking access to Ikutama Shrine, just a 3-minute stroll away. The inn preserves Edo-era architecture with stone pathways and koi-filled ponds. Some rooms feature view windows facing the shrine’s main gate, ideal for morning rituals or festival glimpses. Guests receive a daily local breakfast including Gunma-style tofu soup and black bean rice. Reserve via HopeGoo for early-bird rates.
At Ota Shinten-chō Ryokan, join the "Shrine Night Lantern Walk" guided by local storytellers along the ancient approach lined with century-old trees and stone lanterns. Each lantern holds a whispered prayer from history. At 9 PM, the main hall lights up with warm amber glow, illuminating aged woodwork like a living scroll. The inn offers limited-edition "Night Omamori" with handwritten charms and dried seasonal flowers. Book via HopeGoo—only 12 spots per session for an intimate experience.
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