Featured Hotels Near Shimozaki Shrine

Stay at Nankoku City Public Hot Spring Inn, featuring traditional tatami rooms with direct views of the shrine's cherry blossom garden. During spring, over 200 sakura trees bloom around the shrine, creating a serene, photo-worthy landscape. The inn offers complimentary shuttle service to the shrine and hosts authentic tea ceremonies and local wagashi tastings. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive seasonal packages and welcome amenities.

Kawabe So is a charming local guesthouse just a 7-minute walk from Shimozaki Shrine, blending Meiji-era wooden architecture with modern comfort. Each room features a private balcony overlooking the shrine’s sacred grounds. The owner personally leads guided walks along nearby historic trails, sharing legends tied to the shrine. Guests enjoy meals crafted with fresh Kochi ingredients and can relax in the shared onsen bath and reading lounge. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a handmade local souvenir.

Yes, Nankoku City Public Hot Spring Inn provides a free shuttle service to Shimozaki Shrine, operating from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily with frequent departures—just a 3-minute ride. Located steps from the shrine's main path, the inn features an indoor onsen and tranquil Japanese garden. Guests can also enjoy guided cultural experiences like origami crane workshops and access to exclusive shrine maps. Book through HopeGoo for discounted entry tickets and late check-out privileges.

Yes, Kawabe So features a dedicated Japanese tea ceremony space, hosted weekly by a certified tea master using locally sourced matcha and regional wagashi. Guests can wear kimonos and enjoy the ritual in a bamboo grove pavilion overlooking the shrine grounds, embracing the spirit of "ichi-go ichi-e." The inn also rents out tea sets for personal use. Reserve your spot through HopeGoo to secure participation in this intimate cultural experience.

Nankoku City Public Hot Spring Inn boasts a rare indoor open-air onsen pool fed by natural mineral water from 600 meters underground, rich in sulfur and silicate minerals known for their soothing properties. The onsen area blends traditional design with shrine-inspired elements—stone flooring, cypress beams, and soft night lighting create a meditative atmosphere. Private cabins and aromatherapy massage services are also available. Book via HopeGoo for a complimentary first-night soak.

Kawabe So offers a customized full-day shrine visit itinerary, including a 5:30 AM morning pilgrimage tour, official prayer ceremony at the shrine, and a guided walk along historical trails led by a local historian. Afterward, guests enjoy a Kochi specialty lunch featuring Tosa beef and mountain vegetable tempura. All activities are bookable via HopeGoo, which includes a hand-written wish scroll and commemorative photo album as a keepsake.