Stay at Matsue Castle-side Ryokan, just a 5-minute walk from Ise Shrine. This traditional inn features rooms with tatami mats and garden-view windows, offering peaceful morning views of the shrine’s vermilion torii gate and ancient trees. Enjoy an authentic kaiseki breakfast and book guided access to early-morning rituals through their concierge. For exclusive room availability, check the HopeGoo app.

Matsue Waterfront Machiya Guesthouse is a 3-minute walk from Ise Shrine, housed in a 19th-century merchant residence with preserved wooden beam architecture and stone courtyard. Each room includes tatami flooring and a tea ceremony space, plus complimentary kimono rental for photo sessions at the shrine. The hosts also host monthly Kagura dance workshops, offering guests a firsthand experience of Shimane’s spiritual heritage. Book via the HopeGoo platform for a free room upgrade.

Begin your day with a dawn ritual tour arranged by Matsue Castle-side Ryokan, entering Ise Shrine before public opening for a quiet, spiritual atmosphere. Head to Izumo Old Town for lunch featuring local specialty Izumo soba noodles. Return to the ryokan for a hands-on washi paper-making workshop, learning traditional Japanese craftsmanship. End the day with a sunset stroll along the Kamo River, where the reflection of the shrine’s torii gate glows under golden light. All activities are available through the HopeGoo platform for seamless HopeGoo.