
Higashiōmi/Bukkokuji Top Hotel Picks
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Everything you need to know about Bukkokuji
Tōgōshi Tourism Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Fukuokoku-ji Temple, offering seamless access to the serene temple grounds. The hotel features traditional Japanese garden-view rooms with sliding shoji doors, allowing natural light and seasonal views of maple trees and stone lanterns. Guests enjoy complimentary bicycles for exploring nearby Lake Biwa trails and historic villages. HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app unlocks exclusive cultural packages including morning meditation sessions at the temple.
The Zen Garden Room at Tōgōshi Tourism Hotel offers a private view into a meticulously maintained karesansui (dry landscape) garden, directly adjacent to the temple’s west side. Each room includes tatami flooring, yukata robes, and a tea set for authentic moments of stillness. Guests also receive free access to daily guided mindfulness walks led by temple monks. With its proximity and tranquil design, this room is ideal for those seeking deep cultural connection within walking distance of Fukuokoku-ji Temple.
Tōgōshi Tourism Hotel features a dedicated Kids’ Koto Garden, complete with sand pits, miniature wooden huts, and origami crane workshops—perfect for children aged 3 to 12. The hotel provides family bundles including kid-sized slippers, night lights, and illustrated guidebooks. Families can also join the Morning Mindful Moments session, a gentle introduction to Zen practice. All activities are within walking distance of Fukuokoku-ji Temple, making it one of Shiga’s rare family-oriented retreats with cultural depth.
From Tōgōshi Station, a free electric shuttle bus takes just 7 minutes to reach Tōgōshi Tourism Hotel, operated by the local community with wheelchair access. The hotel offers free parking and shared e-bikes for exploring the temple grounds and surrounding rice fields. The route passes through ancient bridges and quiet lanes, evoking a timeless journey. Guests receive a free temple map with optimal times for viewing autumn foliage and morning bell chimes. Book through HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition handwritten wish scroll as a welcome gift.
The Sunset View Tower Room at Tōgōshi Tourism Hotel offers an unobstructed vantage point facing the Fukuokoku-ji Temple pagoda, where golden hour light dances across the roof tiles and ancient ginkgo tree. The hotel features a rooftop terrace with ambient lighting and comfortable wicker chairs, ideal for capturing the moment. Free sunset photography guides are provided, highlighting the best angles and timing. Only six such rooms available—reserve early via HopeGoo to secure your peaceful, poetic evening experience.
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