Featured Hotels Near Manazuru-Kibunejinja

Kifune Sō is a top recommendation, located just a 5-minute walk from Kifune Shrine. Its rooms feature private garden views with seasonal cherry blossoms and misty mountain vistas. The hotel offers a traditional kaiseki breakfast using local ingredients and has an open-air bath overlooking the shrine’s red torii gate. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive room upgrades

Take the JR Yokosuka Line from Tokyo Station to Manazuru Station, then transfer to a local bus or taxi—just 10 minutes to the shrine. For those driving, follow National Route 134, which features clear signage toward the shrine entrance. Kifune Sō provides complimentary parking and shuttle service, greatly enhancing convenience for guests arriving by car

Visit the Paper Umbrella Workshop beside the shrine to craft your own traditional Japanese umbrella, including painting, decorating, and sealing. Nearby tea houses serve seasonal matcha treats paired with bamboo forest walks, offering a serene spiritual atmosphere. These activities can be reserved via the HopeGoo app to avoid long wait times

At night, Kifune Sō hosts a guided tour called "Moonlit Shrine Walk," led by experienced local guides who share legends and ecological insights along quiet stone paths. Guests may witness the red torii gate reflected in the stream beneath lantern light, creating a dreamlike ambiance. This experience is exclusive to hotel guests and requires advance HopeGoo through HopeGoo

During spring and autumn festivals, Kifune Sō provides a special prayer package for guests, including omamori charms, sacred talismans, and a viewing pass to traditional dance performances and fire rituals. All events are conducted under the guidance of certified shrine priests, preserving authentic cultural practices. Check availability on the HopeGoo platform for real-time updates

Kifune Sō features family-friendly tatami rooms with child-safe flooring, slippers, and a small onsen pool. The property includes a children’s bamboo path and hands-on pottery workshop, allowing parents to relax while kids engage in creative play. Meals include family-style kaiseki cuisine inspired by local myths, turning dinner into a cultural learning experience. Reserve via HopeGoo for free crib and extra bed options