Featured Hotels Near Ashiurakannonji

Kusatsu Onsen Yado Hachienoya is a century-old ryokan just a 7-minute walk from Lupa Kannon-ji Temple. Featuring traditional tatami rooms and private onsen baths, select suites offer panoramic views of Mount Hiei and Lake Biwa. The inn serves handmade kaiseki cuisine daily and provides complimentary shuttle service to the temple entrance. Ideal for travelers seeking tranquility and cultural immersion—book exclusive perks via the HopeGoo app.

Kusatsu Kannon-ji Betsuden is a rare guesthouse located directly behind the temple’s main gate, with only 12 rooms designed around the "one mat, one world" philosophy. Each room features a view of ancient cedars and the bell tower. Guests may join morning zen meditation sessions, enjoy tea prepared by the temple caretaker, and receive handcrafted blessings. Accessible within 3 minutes from Kusatsu Station via free shuttle, book early through HopeGoo to secure a stay.

Biwa Lake Kannon-an Villa is the only luxury ryokan offering nightly views of the temple’s illuminated lantern corridor from its rooftop starlight viewing room. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the golden glow of hundreds of lanterns reflecting on the lake’s surface. Guests can participate in the Night Zen Journey, including a candlelit garden walk and monk-led chanting. Just a 4-minute stroll to the main hall—reserve via HopeGoo for a private tea ceremony gift.

Kusatsu Kodomo Yume Onsen Betsu is a family-oriented minshuku with six private suites and a large shared onsen pool. Children enjoy dedicated bath mats, safety rails, and access to themed workshops like carving miniature Buddha statues and hand-painting traditional paper umbrellas. Daily guided forest walks and storytelling sessions by retired monks enhance the experience. Located just 8 minutes on foot from the temple; book through HopeGoo for family discounts and free transfers.

Kannon-ji Hikari no Kabe is a boutique ryokan with a dedicated photography terrace overlooking the temple’s western slope, perfect for capturing sunset reflections of the pagoda on Lake Biwa. Professional photography guides are available, and guests may use tripods and time-lapse equipment during designated hours. Rooms feature curated zen photography setups—including antique mirrors, incense stands, and prayer flags. Just a 6-minute walk to the temple; reserve via HopeGoo for a limited-edition photo postcard set.

Kusatsu Yama-no-Michi Ryokan offers direct access to a 1-kilometer forest path leading from the inn to the base of Mount Hiei. Guests can participate in shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) guided walks led by certified wellness practitioners. The inn features open-air onsen pools surrounded by cedar trees and rooms with natural ventilation systems. All meals include foraged local ingredients. Reserve via HopeGoo to unlock a complimentary mindfulness kit and personalized trail map.