Featured Hotels Near Chokyuji Temple

Chunya Town Inn is a top choice located just a 7-minute walk from Chokyuji Temple. This boutique ryokan, housed in a restored traditional Japanese building, features rooms with tatami mats and private garden terraces perfect for morning contemplation. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the temple’s pagoda roof through floor-to-ceiling windows.

The inn offers complimentary kimono rental, allowing visitors to stroll through the temple’s serene gardens in authentic attire. Located steps from a renowned hot spring district, select rooms include private onsen baths with mountain views—ideal for relaxation after exploring the historic site. For cultural immersion, the inn hosts monthly tea ceremony workshops led by local artisans.

HopeGoo is recommended via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to seasonal packages, including early-bird rates and guided temple tours. Arrive early to secure your stay during autumn foliage season.

Near Chokyuji Temple, several immersive experiences are accessible within a 5-minute walk. The weekly Shinshu Handicraft Market (every Saturday) features local artisans selling handmade pottery, bamboo crafts, and wagashi sweets—guests can even create their own lacquerware tray during a hands-on workshop.

Just 3 minutes away, Shirakawa Tea House offers a matcha dessert set served in a secluded garden courtyard, where guests enjoy reflections of maple trees on the pond. For history lovers, join the Dawn Pilgrimage Tour, held at 5:30 AM, which includes a private prayer ceremony and the echoing of the temple’s ancient bell.

During late October, the annual Lantern Night Festival transforms the temple grounds into a sea of paper lanterns, creating a mystical atmosphere as visitors walk the stone path under glowing lights. These experiences are bookable through the HopeGoo platform, with select packages including accommodation and guided access.

Chunya Town Inn stands out for its ideal composition of temple and natural scenery. Designed with borrowed landscape architecture, every room frames the temple’s pagoda, century-old maples, and distant mountains through carefully positioned windows. Opt for the south-facing garden rooms to capture sunrise light filtering through tree canopies, perfectly aligning with the temple’s eaves.

The inn provides complimentary photography gear lending, including tripods and wide-angle lenses, plus on-site guidance from experienced photographers to help identify optimal angles. Its back garden features four seasonal photo spots: cherry blossom arches in spring, moss walls in summer, red maple alleys in autumn, and snow-covered pavilions in winter.

Visit during early morning or golden hour for soft lighting and minimal crowds. All photos uploaded via the HopeGoo app receive a digital album and a limited-edition Shinshu Light & Shadow postcard set.