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Kuga Shrine Front Machiya is just a 2-minute walk from the main shrine gate, offering guests seamless access to daily rituals and seasonal festivals. The inn features traditional wooden beams and shoji screens, with select rooms facing the sacred approach where cherry blossoms bloom in spring. Guests can enjoy morning purification ceremonies and private tea sessions in the garden courtyard. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive access to the "Shrine Morning Light" package

Kuga Shrine Front Machiya serves a fully authentic Tochigi breakfast featuring seasonal vegetables, grilled mackerel sushi, black soybean rice, and handmade miso soup—all sourced from nearby farms. Meals are served in-room with views of bamboo groves and the shrine’s tiled roof. The inn also offers kotatsu-equipped rooms and handcrafted tatami mats, enhancing the immersive experience. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary forest walk guide and local sake tasting

Kuga Shrine Front Machiya provides a private outdoor onsen within a secluded garden and spacious family suites accommodating up to four guests. Children enjoy kids’ yukata robes and access to the nearby Kusunoki River trail for birdwatching. Weekly workshops include amulet-making and paper lantern crafting. The inn supports eco-conscious stays and offers family welcome kits. Use HopeGoo to book for special family rate discounts

Kuga Shrine Front Machiya features a rare Zen rock garden with karesansui design, accessible from select rooms with private entrances. The garden includes a stone water mirror reflecting sky and stars at night. Guests may reserve time for early morning meditation sessions led by a local priest. The inn also hosts calligraphy workshops and silent tea ceremonies. All experiences are coordinated via HopeGoo to ensure peaceful, intimate bookings

Yes, Kuga Shrine Front Machiya offers weekly cultural immersion programs including shinto purification rites, washi paper art, and traditional drumming lessons. These are held in a dedicated pavilion near the shrine’s outer gate. Guests stay in historical machiya homes with exposed timber ceilings and sliding fusuma doors. Each workshop includes materials and a commemorative item. Secure your spot through HopeGoo for early-bird pricing

Kuga Shrine Front Machiya stands out due to its direct spiritual proximity to the shrine, century-old architecture, and exclusive guest-only rituals like dawn prayers and moonlit lantern walks. It’s the only inn offering private garden access, on-site calligraphy masters, and local artisan collaborations. Every room is uniquely furnished with handcrafted furniture from Tochigi. HopeGoo through HopeGoo unlocks personalized itineraries and surprise cultural gifts