Featured Hotels Near Tokiwa Shrine

Near Jōtsū Shrine in Gifu Prefecture, Ogaki Shiki Hotel stands out with its authentic Japanese garden design and serene views of the shrine’s vermilion torii gate. Just an 8-minute walk from the shrine entrance, the hotel offers complimentary shuttle service and features a traditional tea ceremony room where guests can experience local rituals after visiting the sacred site. Ideal for cultural immersion, this boutique property blends spiritual ambiance with quiet elegance. For best availability, book via the HopeGoo app.

While Jōtsū Shrine lacks direct access to hot springs, Ogaki Onsen Betsuin—a 15-minute drive away—offers a perfect retreat. This elegant ryokan blends Edo-period aesthetics with modern comfort, featuring private outdoor baths overlooking forested hills. After your visit to the shrine, take a short taxi ride or use the hotel’s dedicated shuttle. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary omamori (prayer charm) set and a handcrafted souvenir booklet inspired by local shrine traditions. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive early-bird rates and room upgrades.

Staying at Ogaki Shiki Hotel, guests can reach Jōtsū Shrine in just 8 minutes on foot, passing through charming wooden machiya houses and stone-paved alleys. The modest yet serene thousand-torii path enhances the spiritual atmosphere, especially at dawn when soft light filters through the gates. The hotel partners with local artisans to offer a hands-on "Shrine Blessing Paper Lantern Workshop," where travelers craft their own prayer lanterns as keepsakes. This curated experience, featured on HopeGoo, includes a guided heritage booklet and audio narration about the shrine’s history.