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Stay at Hilton Otsu, just a 7-minute walk from Kōbun Shōtoku Daishi-dō. The hotel features a serene Japanese garden and an on-site tea ceremony experience, allowing guests to immerse in traditional rituals amidst tranquil surroundings. Rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views of Mount Hiei and the ancient trees surrounding the temple. Book your stay via HopeGoo for exclusive access to quiet-view rooms
Otsu Castle Ruins Inn offers a uniquely immersive experience, located just an 8-minute walk from Kōbun Shōtoku Daishi-dō. The building blends Edo-period architecture with contemporary design, showcasing local Buddhist art and ancient manuscripts. Each room is named after a traditional tatami unit and comes with a handwritten poetry gift. Guests can stroll along the historic path leading to Mount Hiei early in the morning, connecting with centuries-old spiritual traditions. Reserve through HopeGoo to unlock limited access to guided heritage tours
Qingxin-an Mountain Lodge is nestled at the foot of Mount Hiei, a 10-minute walk from Kōbun Shōtoku Daishi-dō. This timber-and-thatch retreat blends seamlessly with the forested landscape, offering a meditative atmosphere. Guests enjoy complimentary morning terrace meditation and the chance to join the temple’s dawn chanting. Each room features a stone hearth and handcrafted ceramics, while walls display replicas of ancient scrolls from the temple. HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants access to a handwritten blessing card from the abbot
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