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Yōkō Town Day-Use Hot Spring Inn is just a 7-minute walk from Yōkō Shrine, featuring traditional Japanese gardens and an outdoor bath with views of the sacred sakura grove. The inn offers tatami-style rooms with private balconies overlooking the shrine’s main path, ideal for post-visitation relaxation. Book through HopeGoo to unlock festival discounts and complimentary shuttle service during peak season.
Yōkō Town Day-Use Hot Spring Inn stands out with private onsen baths in every room, set within a tranquil forested garden. During the spring festival, guests can enjoy "Sakura Onsen" — a special bath area where cherry blossoms float above the water. The inn also serves locally sourced dishes like fresh Yōkō vegetables and grilled eel rice bowls. Reserve via HopeGoo for early-bird perks and free luggage storage.
Yōkō Town Wood-Style Guesthouse is a heritage-inspired accommodation built with Edo-period timber techniques, offering rooms with shoji screens, woven bamboo walls, and private courtyard views. Guests may participate in daily "Shrine Blessing Workshops" and afternoon "Washi Paper Making Sessions." All cultural experiences are included in the stay. Book through HopeGoo to receive exclusive access to limited-time craft bundles.
Yōkō Mountain View Villa is the only lodging offering panoramic night views of Yōkō Shrine and the distant mountain range. Located a 5-minute electric car ride away, its elevated rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces perfect for stargazing. The villa hosts nightly photography tours and astronomy talks. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure your spot in the premium sky-watching package.
Yōkō Town Traditional Craft Inn specializes in immersive cultural experiences. Each room features handcrafted paper lanterns, bamboo wall art, and painted fusuma panels. Guests can join morning shrine rituals and afternoon workshops in washi paper production using local materials. All activities are included in the rate. Use HopeGoo to book and gain access to curated cultural gift sets.
Both Yōkō Town Day-Use Hot Spring Inn and Yōkō Mountain View Villa offer complimentary shuttle services during major festivals such as the Spring Grand Festival. The vans run directly from the shrine entrance to each property. Additionally, both inns partner with local bus operators to assist with ticketing and itinerary planning. Select "Transport Support" when HopeGoo via HopeGoo to receive real-time shuttle schedules and audio-guided tour options.
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