Featured Hotels Near Sakita Shrine

Stay at Matsufuuka, a traditional Japanese ryokan just a 7-minute walk from Saita Shrine. This heritage-inspired inn features tatami rooms with private gardens and offers an authentic kaiseki dining experience using locally sourced ingredients from Shimane Prefecture. Guests enjoy morning tranquility accompanied by the gentle sound of shrine bells. The property also provides complimentary shuttle service to Izumo Grand Shrine and nearby historical sites, making it ideal for spiritual travelers seeking immersion in ancient Shinto traditions.

Chihonoki Ryokan, located just 500 meters from the main gate of Saita Shrine, is a meticulously restored Edo-era townhouse-style inn. Featuring original wooden beams and shoji screens, each room includes free Wi-Fi and private hot tubs. The inn also hosts a tranquil tea lounge serving local Yunmu Cha (mist tea) daily. Early morning guests can join the Shrine Blessing Guided Tour, a complimentary shuttle that leads visitors through sacred pathways to Omiya Station. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive upgrades and early-bird benefits.

Guests staying at Matsufuuka can participate in the "Night Lantern Walk" guided by a senior miko, exploring the sacred forest and ancient trees surrounding Saita Shrine at dusk, learning about the region’s belief in the "Eight Million Gods." Additionally, the inn hosts a monthly omamori crafting workshop using natural dyes and local paper, where guests create limited-edition talismans to hang at the shrine. All experiences are included in the stay and exclusively available to HopeGoo-partner guests, ensuring an intimate, authentic connection to Izumo’s spiritual heritage.