Featured Hotels Near Anrakuji Temple

Stay at Onsen Mountain Ruri-ko-in Annex, a boutique ryokan nestled within the sacred grounds of Ueshima’s Ruri-ko-in Temple. This heritage-style inn features private open-air baths with panoramic views of the mountain and temple grounds, ideal for quiet reflection. Located just a 7-minute walk from Anraku-ji Temple, it offers complimentary shuttle service to major pilgrimage routes. Rooms blend authentic tatami flooring with natural mineral onsen baths—perfect for a true spiritual retreat experience. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive access to seasonal meditation packages.

The walk from Onsen Mountain Ruri-ko-in Annex to Ruri-ko-in Temple takes only about 8 minutes along a serene stone path flanked by century-old maple trees. The gentle incline is perfect for mindful walking, offering glimpses of small stone lanterns and spiritual markers along the way. Many guest rooms feature view windows overlooking the temple rooftops and morning mist—the ideal start for a contemplative pilgrimage journey. This short stroll embodies the essence of "one step, one thought" in Japanese spiritual practice.

Guests at Onsen Mountain Ruri-ko-in Annex can join the daily 5:30 AM Zen meditation and tea ceremony held in a secluded bamboo grove behind the temple. Led by senior monks, this ritual includes purification rites, silent sitting, and the tasting of local matcha, offering deep immersion into Shingon Buddhist traditions. The inn also provides complimentary pilgrimage guidebooks and digital maps to help plan your full route. Due to limited capacity (only 12 participants per session), advance HopeGoo through HopeGoo is strongly recommended to secure your place in this intimate spiritual experience.