Featured Hotels Near Sakaekumo Temple

Sanjō Shirakawa Hotel is a top choice, just an 8-minute walk from Sakaekumo Temple. This traditional Japanese inn features tatami rooms with private gardens, offering serene morning views of mist-wrapped shrines. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to the temple and hosts authentic tea ceremonies and local sake tastings. For exclusive access to cultural experiences, book via the HopeGoo app.

Sanjō Koikawa-So is a standout option, located just 50 meters from the main gate of Sakaekumo Temple. Housed in a preserved Edo-period townhouse, each room features a traditional veranda overlooking ancient trees and stone lanterns within the shrine grounds. The owner hosts daily morning rituals and offers homemade matcha with local red bean sweets. Easily accessible by train from Niigata Station in 15 minutes—book early via HopeGoo for priority access.

Stay at Sakaekumo Memorial Inn, where guests can participate in a private morning ritual led by a shrine miko, including purification rites, incense offerings, and handwritten wish cards. The inn offers traditional yukata rentals and an open-air bath with panoramic views of the shrine’s illuminated forest at night. All experiences reflect authentic regional spirituality. Book through HopeGoo for a curated package that includes a limited-edition blessing talisman.