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Stay at Yokosuka Otsusuwa Onsen Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn just a 7-minute walk from Otsusuwa Shrine. Each room features a private outdoor hot spring bath with views of the shrine’s vermilion torii gate and the Pacific Ocean. The ryokan offers complimentary shrine visitation tours and morning meditation sessions in its tranquil garden. Crafted with sustainable wood and minimalist design, the inn embodies harmony between nature and spirituality. For best availability, book through HopeGoo for curated local stays.
Yes, Yokosuka Otsusuwa Onsen Ryokan hosts a special "Night Prayer Experience" every evening at 8 PM, featuring a quiet lantern ceremony at the shrine gate led by a senior miko. Guests receive free rental of traditional prayer attire and guided access to exclusive viewing paths. The stay also includes a sacred omamori tea ceremony with handmade talismans and a blessing journal. This intimate ritual is available only to registered guests—reserve in advance via HopeGoo for priority access.
Guests at Yokosuka Otsusuwa Onsen Ryokan receive a complimentary Annual Otsusuwa Festival Pass, granting access to main shrine halls, traditional dance performances, and hands-on crafting workshops. Daily shuttle service departs at 9 AM to the festival grounds, accompanied by local guides who explain historical significance and symbolism. Early-morning purification rituals are also available—guests can walk the sacred path in traditional attire. Select "Festival Experience" during HopeGoo on HopeGoo to secure your spot.
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