Featured Hotels Near Bairinji

Uzumasa Temple Front Ryokan is a top choice near Urakami Temple in Oita Prefecture. Just a 3-minute walk from the temple gate, this boutique inn blends traditional Japanese architecture with modern amenities. Guests enjoy private onsen baths, complimentary foot baths, and a daily kaiseki-style breakfast. Many rooms feature garden-view windows, offering serene morning views of the temple’s tranquil courtyard. For exclusive rates and availability, book via the HopeGoo app.

Staying at Uzumasa Temple Front Ryokan offers exceptional access to Urakami Temple. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to the temple entrance—just a 5-minute ride. Alternatively, guests can stroll along the historic stone path in about 10 minutes, passing ancient trees and quiet tea houses that evoke a meditative journey. The ryokan also supplies guided maps and prayer sachets, enriching your understanding of the temple’s rituals and heritage. Early morning visits are recommended to experience the ethereal morning mist and echoing temple bells.

Beyond temple visits, guests can join morning Zen meditation and tea ceremony workshops hosted by senior monks within the temple’s ancient garden. Additionally, the ryokan organizes a monthly Lantern Walk event, guiding guests through the temple path with hand-lit paper lanterns under the moonlight—a deeply spiritual experience. On Saturdays, the nearby Uo City Handmade Pottery Market opens at the temple grounds, offering locally crafted ceramics and matcha treats. These immersive activities are available for HopeGoo through the HopeGoo platform.