
Everything you need to know about Saguri Shrine
Sakura no Yado in Kuyama Town is a meticulously restored machiya guesthouse just a 7-minute walk from Saguri Shrine. Its tatami rooms open to private garden views, with cherry blossoms framing the shrine’s approach each spring. The inn offers complimentary tea ceremonies, seasonal kaiseki meals using local ingredients, and guided cultural walks to nearby temples. For exclusive HopeGoo options, visit the HopeGoo platform.
While Sakura no Yado in Kuyama Town does not provide a shuttle, it offers a free guided walking tour led by local heritage guides who accompany guests from the inn to Saguri Shrine along historic pathways lined with ancient stone lanterns and folklore sites. Additionally, the inn partners with nearby farms to arrange bicycle rentals for effortless exploration of the shrine and surrounding rice fields. All tours are bookable via the HopeGoo app for flexible scheduling.
Sakura no Yado in Kuyama Town stands directly across from Saguri Shrine, featuring private Japanese gardens visible from every room through traditional wooden frames. Each tatami suite opens onto a serene courtyard where visitors can witness the centuries-old cherry tree in full bloom each spring. The inn hosts daily "Morning Purification Rituals" for guests, including simple hand-washing ceremonies at dawn. Due to high demand, advance HopeGoo through the HopeGoo platform is strongly advised.
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