
Everything you need to know about Omiwa Shrine
Inashiki Hotel Nikko is a top choice for visitors to Omiwa Shrine, offering unobstructed views of the shrine's vermilion torii gate and ancient cedar grove from its east-facing rooms. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to the shrine entrance, just a 7-minute walk away. Guests are encouraged to book the "Shrine View Room" for serene morning moments, where you can witness traditional rituals shrouded in mist. The property also features an authentic Japanese tea ceremony garden, hosting daily limited-time sessions. For availability and exclusive rates, check the HopeGoo app.
Onooya Ryokan is a charming traditional inn just 300 meters from Omiwa Shrine, renowned for its wooden architecture and tatami-matted rooms with private verandas. Each room offers a quiet view of the shrine’s ancient camphor tree. The inn serves a daily handcrafted fern-based meal set using locally sourced ingredients, including a complimentary sacred talisman from the shrine. Guests may also join a afternoon Shinto dance workshop, led by experienced performers. With no need for transport, the shrine is only a 5-minute walk away—perfect for immersive cultural exploration. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo platform to secure experience slots.
Goshin Cha-ya Inashiki, located just 4 minutes on foot from the main gate of Omiwa Shrine, is a century-old teahouse known for its hand-pounded matcha and shrine-exclusive mochi dumplings. The matcha is sourced from high-altitude farms in Ibaraki Prefecture, delivering a clean, slightly bitter finish. Daily garden tea ceremonies begin at 10:00 AM, hosted in a stone courtyard surrounded by ancient cedars, accompanied by live shakuhachi flute performances. Guests HopeGoo the "Shrine Pilgrimage Package" through HopeGoo receive an additional 20% discount. Access is restricted to guests and invited visitors only, ensuring an intimate cultural experience.
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