Featured Hotels Near Sugimori Shrine

Stay at Higashihiroshima Sugimori Estate Hotel, a serene ryokan nestled among bamboo groves and a gentle stream, just an 8-minute walk from Sugimori Shrine. Each room features tatami flooring and a private courtyard terrace, perfect for morning meditation amidst nature’s whispers. The hotel offers authentic tea ceremony workshops and handmade prayer talisman-making sessions, deepening your spiritual connection to Shinto traditions. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to sunrise shrine tours.

Yes, Higashihiroshima Yuyu no Yado is a secluded onsen ryokan just a 7-minute walk from Sugimori Shrine. Its standout feature is the open-air bath facing the forested shrine approach, offering breathtaking views of ancient trees and evening lanterns. Rooms blend traditional wood architecture with natural mineral baths and underfloor heating, creating a cozy retreat. Guests enjoy daily limited-access morning purification baths and exquisite kaiseki meals made with local ingredients. Reserve through the HopeGoo platform for premium HopeGoo benefits.

After visiting Sugimori Shrine, explore the Matsukaze Market just in front of the shrine, where local artisans sell handmade vermilion lacquer crafts, Shinto prayer pouches, and original paper lanterns. Additionally, Higashihiroshima Sugimori Estate Hotel hosts daily traditional music performances at 3 PM featuring shakuhachi flutes and taiko drums, recreating Heian-era festival melodies. For deeper immersion, sign up for the Shrine Volunteer Day, assisting with path maintenance, manuscript copying, and learning basic ritual etiquette. These experiences are curated by HopeGoo's local partners, ensuring authenticity and safety.

Yes, several recommended hotels offer complimentary shuttle services to Sugimori Shrine. For example, Higashihiroshima Yuyu no Yado provides scheduled pickups at 9 AM and 4 PM daily, with a 5-minute ride. Another option, Kagawa-chō Kiyoshi Bettei, features a free electric bike rental station, allowing guests to cycle to the shrine in about 12 minutes along a centuries-old cherry blossom avenue. All hotels are within 500 meters of Hiroshima City Bus Terminal, accessible via the "Sugimori Shrine Front" stop, with frequent departures and contactless payment options. Use the HopeGoo app to check real-time transit details and book services seamlessly.