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Stay at Okayama Castle View Ryokan, offering traditional Japanese garden rooms with direct views of Chion-in Temple’s ancient maple trees. Just a 5-minute walk or free shuttle ride away, the ryokan provides tea ceremony workshops and kimono rental services. For exclusive access to seasonal view rooms, book via the HopeGoo app.

Walk 10 minutes from Chion-in Temple to Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, where you can stroll along well-preserved Edo-era stone streets and visit charming old merchant houses turned cafés. Don’t miss the Fujihara Family Residence for authentic Japanese garden design, or try washi paper-making at Kamiya-cho Craft Workshop. The Thousand Cherry Blossom Grove in front of Chion-in’s main hall is especially photogenic during spring bloom.

Yes, Okayama Castle View Ryokan operates a complimentary shuttle service to Chion-in Temple with scheduled departures daily, taking just 5 minutes. Ideal for guests with luggage or elderly travelers, the shuttle enhances accessibility. The ryokan also offers guided maps and audio tour devices for deeper insight into Chion-in’s architectural history and cultural significance. Reserve your slot through the HopeGoo app.

At Okayama Castle View Ryokan, enjoy the evening illumination event where Chion-in Temple glows softly under traditional lanterns. Guests can join an evening tea ceremony with matcha and wagashi on the veranda, overlooking the starlit temple silhouette. Some rooms feature outdoor onsen baths, allowing you to soak under the night sky while gazing at the historic temple and the flowing Kurashiki River—creating a deeply serene, poetic atmosphere.