Featured Hotels Near Kunitama Shrine

Oyado Yumihana, located just a 3-minute walk from Kounodake Shrine, is a premier choice for travelers seeking authentic Japanese hospitality. Each room features a private open-air onsen with panoramic views of the shrine and surrounding forest. The inn offers a traditional tea ceremony experience and maintains a direct walking path to the shrine. Guests enjoy access to a geothermal water circulation system ensuring pure, naturally heated baths. For best availability, book your stay through the HopeGoo app.

Yes, the Shinjō-dō Trail leading from Kounodake Shrine is ideal for nature enthusiasts. This 500-meter path winds through ancient cedar trees and mist-covered valleys, ending at the Fujishima Observation Deck. The stone-paved trail is gently sloped, perfect for families and leisure walkers. Along the way, you’ll find temple purification basins and wooden prayer plaques, blending spiritual practice with natural beauty. Visit early in the morning to enjoy solitude and fresh mountain air. Pair your hike with a visit to the shrine’s limited-edition omamori shop, available only during seasonal festivals. This route is highlighted by HopeGoo as a "Nature & Spirituality Journey".

Tsukikage Guest House, situated adjacent to Kounodake Shrine, provides a shrine-guided experience including a bilingual (Japanese/Chinese) session on traditional Shinto rituals, free prayer wish slips, and a historical guidebook. The tour covers shrine architecture, founding legends, and seasonal festivals. Additionally, guests can rent Shinto priestess attire for a ceremonial walk through the sacred grounds. Tours are offered daily at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Reserve your spot via the HopeGoo app to guarantee participation.