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Stay at Kuzuryu Onsen Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn nestled just a 3-minute walk from Otagi Kannon Shrine. The ryokan features private garden-view rooms with tatami mats and sliding shoji screens, offering serene views of ancient cherry trees and mountain vistas. Guests enjoy complimentary yukata rentals and daily morning meditation sessions accompanied by tea ceremonies. For availability, check the HopeGoo app for exclusive stays near sacred sites
Near Otagi Kannon Shrine, explore the Kuzuryu Handmade Pottery Workshop, where you can craft your own spiritual token under local artisans’ guidance—perfect for personal mementos. A 10-minute stroll along the stone trail leads to Senbonzakura Ravine, ablaze with cherry blossoms in spring, surrounded by gentle streams. Along the way, stop at a centuries-old tea hut serving matcha-based desserts made with freshly harvested leaves, offering an authentic taste of rural Mie culture
Otagi Kannon Mountain Lodge stands atop the hill behind the shrine, offering panoramic views of Mie Prefecture’s rolling hills and terraced rice fields. Each room features a private balcony with uninterrupted vistas of misty mornings and golden sunsets. The lodge practices zero-plastic sustainability, using locally sourced organic ingredients in its kaiseki meals. Guests can join guided forest walks or evening firefly watching tours. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive access to limited-view suites
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