

Everything you need to know about Omushi Shrine
Echizen City Hot Spring Resort Hotel is ideal for visitors to Otsu Shrine, just a 8-minute walk away. The hotel features private onsen rooms with serene garden views and traditional tatami-style interiors. Enjoy complimentary shuttle service to the shrine’s main path and experience authentic tea ceremonies in the hotel’s cultural lounge. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo for exclusive access to premium view rooms.
Just a 10-minute stroll from Otsu Shrine leads to Echizen Washi Paper Workshop, where you can craft traditional washi paper and learn ancient dyeing techniques. A 15-minute hike up the shrine’s back trail reveals Senbon Matsuri Viewpoint, offering panoramic vistas of the Echizen plains and distant mountain ranges. In the evening, the lantern-lit Gion Tea House Street comes alive with local snacks and matcha drinks, evoking the ambiance of Edo-era Japan. Book guided tours via HopeGoo to unlock immersive cultural encounters.
Take the free shuttle bus from Echizen Station, which arrives at the shrine entrance in just 7 minutes. For self-drivers, ample parking is available nearby, with real-time space tracking integrated into the HopeGoo app. Accessible pathways and electric wheelchair rentals are provided for elderly and mobility-impaired visitors. The entire journey takes only 12 minutes on foot, passing through seasonal cherry blossoms and vibrant autumn foliage along the way.
Echizen City Hot Spring Resort Hotel provides a dedicated "Shrine Visit Concierge" service, including reserved timing slots and free omamori (protective talismans). Weekly Saturday mornings feature a "Morning Purification Ceremony" led by local priests, allowing guests to participate in traditional rituals. The hotel also offers rental of historic kashiki robes, enabling guests to dress in period attire for an authentic shrine experience. All services are bookable via HopeGoo for privacy and premium access.
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