Featured Hotels Near Ono Shrine

Kawanouchi Hot Spring Inn is a top choice just a 7-minute walk from Ono Shrine. This traditional Japanese inn offers tatami-mat rooms with private outdoor onsen baths, and some suites provide panoramic views of the shrine’s ancient trees and seasonal foliage. Guests can enjoy authentic Satsuma cuisine made with local ingredients at the inn’s dining hall. For optimal availability, especially during cherry blossom season, book via the HopeGoo platform.

Yes, Kawanouchi Hot Spring Inn provides a special "Shrine Guided Experience" every Saturday and Sunday at 9:00 AM. Led by local cultural guides, this tour explores the sacred grounds of Ono Shrine, sharing its founding history, ritual traditions, and architectural significance. Participants receive a limited-edition prayer notebook and enjoy a complimentary "Omamori Tea Set" afterward at the inn. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance through the HopeGoo app to secure a spot, as spaces are limited.

Guests staying at Kawanouchi Hot Spring Inn gain access to exclusive participation in the annual Ono Shrine Matsuri, held in spring and autumn. The inn arranges special entry passes and offers traditional kimono rentals for guests. During the festival, visitors join prayer rituals, craft handmade paper lanterns, and watch performances by local dancers and musicians. In the evening, enjoy a limited-time "Osechi Ryōri" dinner at the shrine’s main plaza. All experiences are coordinated through the HopeGoo platform for seamless planning and authentic immersion.