Known as one of Miyagi Prefecture's premier power spots for attracting wealth, Kinja Suijinja Shrine in Iwanuma City offers plenty to see and enjoy. After a leisurely evening exploring the shrine grounds and savoring the popular local cuisine, why not embark on a 2-day, 1-night road trip to the renowned Naruko Onsen hot spring area? For large groups or family trips, we recommend staying at Hotel WAMARE Onikobe. We present a superb premium plan where you can enjoy a relaxing time in the living space and appreciate Miyagi Prefecture's traditional crafts.
[Day 1: Afternoon to Evening] A sightseeing plan to fully enjoy the "Kinja Suijinja Shrine" and its surroundings, offering good fortune and exquisite gourmet food!
This article introduces the charm of Kinja Suijinja Shrine and the highlights of its sacred grounds. Furthermore, we'll explain places to enjoy until evening, including the "Sando Terrace" rest area along the approach to the shrine and surrounding tourist attractions!
Visit the god of business prosperity and good fortune! The "Snake Head Stone" in the temple grounds.
Kinja Suijinja Shrine has a long history of water deity worship and attracts devout followers from all over Japan seeking blessings for financial prosperity and business success. It is a popular sacred site known for its unique worship method of rubbing one's wallet against the "Snake Head Stone," which has a snake pattern on it, to bring good fortune. To coincide with the transition from the Heisei to the Reiwa era, commemorative projects were promoted, including the overall development of the shrine grounds, the construction of the "Sando Terrace" rest area for worshippers, and the installation of a permanent stage. Furthermore, the "Reiwa Ideal Land Creation Project" is underway, including the opening of a peony garden and the restoration of the purification hall. Along with the beautiful shrine buildings surrounded by abundant nature, it continues to evolve into a place where many worshippers can feel the divine power in peace.
Perfect for lunch or a break! Enjoy the trendy "White Snake Gourmet" at Sando Terrace.
"Sando Terrace," a rest area located on the approach to Kinja Suijinja Shrine, offers delicious and visually appealing gourmet food. Popular dishes at the restaurant "IKoMiKi" include the auspicious "Kinja Curry," "Shiroja Mori Soba," and the dessert "Shiroja Honey Soft Serve."
Enjoy a leisurely stroll until dusk! See seasonal flowers and collect temple stamps.
Kanazawa Suijinja Shrine is charming with its seasonal flowers. In summer, refreshing hydrangeas adorn the grounds, allowing visitors to enjoy nature until evening. Furthermore, the beautiful seasonal goshuin (shrine stamps) that evoke the atmosphere of summer, as well as the special amulets, are popular. Why not take your time and enjoy a luxurious moment at this historic place of prayer?
The whole family can enjoy it! The lush green "Iwanuma Sheep Village"
Located about a 15-minute drive from Kinja Suijinja Shrine, Iwanuma Sheep Village is a vast facility situated along the coast. Visitors can enjoy interacting with adorable sheep and feeding them, providing a heartwarming and relaxing experience for three generations, from children to the elderly. It's a highly recommended tourist spot, perfect for a stop after visiting the shrine.
[Day 1 Evening] Convenient access from Kinja Suijinja Shrine to "Hotel WAMARE Onikobe"
This guide will show you a driving route that departs from the area around Iwanuma and Kanasui Shrine in the evening and heads towards Onikobe Onsen (Naruko Onsenkyo), your accommodation for the first night.
Travel smoothly by car! Major routes and estimated travel times.
The smoothest route from Kinja Suijinja Shrine to Hotel WAMARE Onikobe (Naruko Onsenkyo) is via the Tohoku Expressway, taking National Routes 47 and 108 from the Furukawa Interchange. The journey takes approximately 1.5 to just under 2 hours by car. Even if you depart in the evening, you can easily avoid traffic congestion, and it's a recommended comfortable driving plan that will give you plenty of time for a BBQ on the balcony or for relaxing with your family.
[Day 1 Evening] A luxurious private space spent at the private villa "Hotel WAMARE Onikobe"
This article explains the superb facilities of "Hotel WAMARE Onikoube," a private rental property. We'll introduce its appeal as a place where large groups can enjoy the best night without being disturbed.
Accommodates up to 14 people! A high-quality private villa blending traditional beauty with modern Japanese design.
Hotel WAMARE Onikobe, which can accommodate up to 14 people, is a luxurious private villa where you can enjoy the vast two-story building. Naruko kokeshi dolls and Sendai chests of drawers are beautifully arranged throughout the building, and you can relax in one of the five independent guest rooms. You can enjoy a high-quality stay in a completely spacious environment where you don't have to worry about other people at all.
Relax and unwind in the soothing scent of wood! Enjoy a luxurious cypress wood bath in your private space.
Enjoy a local cuisine dinner in a kitchen space that connects you with nature and on a balcony with a spectacular view.
This property boasts a fully equipped kitchen with a large refrigerator and dishwasher, tables and cupboards made from locally sourced Kurikoma cedar, and a well-equipped BBQ area on the second-floor balcony. Bring your own Sendai beef and fresh local vegetables and enjoy a lively BBQ with friends while gazing at the night sky above the beautiful natural surroundings. Spend a luxurious evening in a space where you won't be disturbed by anyone.
[Day 2] Recommended sightseeing spots near Naruko Onsen to visit after leaving your accommodation!
On the second day, after waking up at the comfortable private accommodation "Hotel WAMARE Onikobe," we'll head to a unique spot where you can fully enjoy the magnificent nature of the Onikobe-Naruko area where the hotel is located. Here's a sightseeing route that will engage all your senses.
Experience the breath of the earth up close! Onikobe Geyser boasts a spectacular geyser.
Located in the same Onikobe area as Hotel WAMARE Onikobe, "Jigokudani" (Hell Valley) offers a dynamic landscape with steam rising vigorously from various points along its walking paths. It also boasts natural footbaths where hot water bubbles up from the riverbed, and activities such as making hot spring eggs. It's a spot where you can experience the raw power of nature.
Enjoy activities in the midst of nature! "Onikobe Ski Resort"
Onikobe Ski Resort is a highland resort where you can enjoy activities throughout the four seasons. In winter, you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding in a vast, snowy landscape, and from spring to autumn, you can take a gondola to the mountaintop and enjoy a panoramic view of Mt. Hageyama and the Onikobe Basin. With plenty of activities available, it's also a great spot to enjoy camping and other outdoor activities with family and friends during the green season.
"Okubo Shoten," a direct sales store for mountain delicacies, offers a taste of the bounty of the Naruko Onsen and Onikobe area.
"Okubo Shoten," a direct-sale shop for mountain delicacies, is perfect for a luxurious lunch during a drive. Upon entering the shop, you'll find a variety of wild mushrooms and bottled goods for sale. In the dining area, you can enjoy the "Mushroom Soup Set Meal," made with seasonal mountain vegetables and thick, wild mushrooms foraged by the shop owner himself, and the "Bear Soup," which is said to give you a boost of energy.
Create lifelong memories with the blessings of Kinja Suijinja Shrine and the special atmosphere of Hotel WAMARE Onikobe.
How about visiting Kinja Suijinja Shrine to boost your financial luck and enjoy the surrounding sightseeing and gourmet food, then spending the evening at Hotel WAMARE Onikobe, immersing yourself in history and culture, enjoying a BBQ with stunning views, and indulging in a luxurious bath? The plan for the second day, exploring the dynamic nature and activities of the Naruko Onsen/Onikobe area, is the epitome of a large group trip. Private villa rentals, where you can deepen bonds with friends and family without worrying about others, fill up quickly on weekends and during popular seasons. Check availability on the official website now and book the perfect private trip!
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