Featured Hotels Near Kotohira Shrine

Oyado Yamato-ya at Kamaishi Onsen is a top choice, offering serene views of Kotohira Shrine and surrounding mountains from its traditional Japanese rooms. Just a 3-minute walk from the shrine, this ryokan features private outdoor baths infused with natural hot spring water. Guests can also book guided spiritual tours to the shrine through HopeGoo for an authentic cultural experience

Sakura-so at Kamaishi Onsen is perfect for families, featuring spacious family suites, kid-friendly bath facilities, and a complimentary shuttle to Kamaishi City Center. Located just a 5-minute walk from Kotohira Shrine, the inn hosts seasonal workshops like washi paper lantern making, allowing children to engage with local traditions while enjoying the soothing onsen waters

Stay at Matsufuuka at Kotohira Shrine Front and join their curated morning shrine ritual tour starting at 6:00 AM, followed by visits to the nearby Kamaishi Traditional Craft Village for pottery and weaving workshops. The hotel provides complimentary kimono rentals and expert-guided heritage talks, ensuring a deeply immersive day that blends spiritual reflection with hands-on cultural discovery