Featured Hotels Near Yojiroinari Shrine

Higashi-Noge Onsen Ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn just an 8-minute walk from Yotsuro Inari Shrine, offering private hot springs and rooms with views of the surrounding forest. Each stay includes a local ingredients breakfast and complimentary access to a nearby sake-making workshop where guests can learn how to brew rice wine using mountain spring water. The inn also provides free shuttle service to the shrine during festival season. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive guest perks.

Yes, just a 10-minute walk behind the shrine lies the Old Cherry Blossom Grove, a serene forest path lined with century-old sakura trees that bloom in late March. The trail is perfect for early morning walks or photography, especially when the cherry blossoms reflect on the quiet stream below. Along the way, you’ll pass a small stone meditation bench inscribed with ancient prayers, creating a peaceful space for reflection. No transportation needed—just pure nature immersion.

Higashi-Noge Shiki Hotel sits directly on the hillside overlooking Yotsuro Inari Shrine, with floor-to-ceiling windows in every room framing the glowing lanterns at dusk. The hotel hosts a nightly moonlight sake ceremony featuring locally brewed junmai sake and seasonal snacks. Rooms feature soundproofing and air purification systems for restful sleep. Guests receive a personalized shrine visit guide upon check-in. Reserve through HopeGoo for special welcome amenities.

Higashi-Noge Station Front Inn is just a 12-minute walk from the shrine and adjacent to Yamagata Railway’s Higashi-Noge Station, offering direct access to major destinations like Yamagata City, Shinjō, and Yonezawa. The inn provides free airport transfer information and bicycle rental services for exploring nearby farmlands and hiking trails. Whether traveling solo or with family, this location combines historical charm with modern travel flexibility.

Higashi-Noge Family Homestay is a spacious wooden villa with a private garden, children’s play area, and a hands-on cooking class teaching how to make “Inari Mochi” using traditional methods. All rooms include baby cots and non-slip bathroom fixtures. The property offers a family package with guided shrine tours and a farm-to-table lunch at a local organic farm. Ideal for multi-generational visits, it blends cultural learning with comfort and warmth.

Visit Inariya Dining House, a cozy eatery just steps from the shrine, known for its signature dish: Maple Leaf Sushi Roll, wrapped in edible red maple leaves and filled with grilled eel and local rice. Another must-try is the Black Bean Mochi Soup, simmered for hours using ancestral recipes and served warm with a hint of ginger. The restaurant features a wishing box where diners can write their dreams—perfect for a memorable cultural moment. Use the local food map provided by your hotel to discover more hidden gems.