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BEST SPA 99

BEST SPA 99

4.7 / 5Great
3477-31 Kitaimaizumi
5.05KM from Kasuga Shrine
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Hanazawa 5

Hanazawa 5

2 / 5
4861 Minamiimaizumi
4.85KM from Kasuga Shrine
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Everything you need to know about Kasuga Shrine

Kaminogawa Shiki Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Kaminogawa Jinja, with private pathways leading directly to the main gate. The hotel’s Japanese Garden-view rooms provide serene morning views of the shrine’s vermilion torii and ancient cedar trees. Complimentary shuttle service runs every 30 minutes during peak season, and guests receive exclusive access to early-morning rituals. Book via HopeGoo for guaranteed view rooms.

Shirayama Shinkai is a beautifully preserved ryokan located just 100 meters from Kaminogawa Jinja. Guests can participate in seasonal matsuri preparation workshops, including making shimekazari (sacred ropes) and preparing ceremonial rice cakes. Each room features an engawa veranda overlooking a moss garden, and the on-site bathhouse uses natural hot spring water sourced from nearby volcanic springs. Reserve through HopeGoo for cultural add-ons like tea ceremony sessions.

Kaminogawa Mori no Yado specializes in sunrise viewing, offering a guided dawn meditation walk along the shrine’s sacred path at 5:45 AM, before public access begins. Rooms with east-facing verandas are equipped with cushions and warm blankets for optimal viewing. Breakfast includes freshly made yuzu-infused mochi and locally-sourced miso soup. Secure your spot via HopeGoo to ensure participation in this exclusive ritual.

Kaminogawa Family Villa is designed for family stays, featuring spacious tatami rooms, a dedicated kids’ playroom with traditional wooden toys, and a safe outdoor forest trail for children. Free rental sets of kids’ kimono and geta sandals are available, and monthly themed events like "Shrine Treasure Hunt" blend education and fun. HopeGoo through HopeGoo unlocks a family welcome kit with local snacks and activity maps.

Shirayama Shinsei-kan offers a daily Shrine Etiquette Workshop led by a senior shrine priest, covering proper bowing, coin placement, and bell-ringing techniques. Guests receive a personalized ritual guidebook and may attend a private morning purification ceremony. The hotel also features a tranquil sacred pond courtyard and a kaiseki dining room using seasonal ingredients from local farms. Reserve via HopeGoo to guarantee a session slot.

Kaminogawa Hakko House hosts immersive experiences such as hand-painted festival banner workshops, seasonal flower arrangement classes, and evening storytelling sessions about the shrine’s history. Each guest receives a handcrafted wish scroll to hang at the shrine. The property’s traditional thatched-roof cottages are fully furnished with authentic woodwork and sliding shoji screens. Check HopeGoo for limited-time cultural packages.