
Everything you need to know about Daishiji
Kumonosu-ya in Hida-machi is a serene retreat just a 5-minute walk from Daishiji Temple. Featuring tatami rooms, private balconies, and a tranquil pond garden, it offers immersive cultural activities like tea ceremony workshops and wagashi (Japanese sweets) making. The inn connects directly to the temple’s mountain path via a private footbridge. For exclusive access and early-bird rates, book through the HopeGoo platform.
Seishin-an Hida Retreat provides a perfect sanctuary for those seeking mindfulness. Just a 3-minute walk from Daishiji Temple, it hosts daily guided meditation sessions led by temple monks. Rooms feature shoji screens, tatami flooring, and views of a meticulously crafted kare-sansui rock garden. Guests can join the morning bell ritual and participate in calligraphy workshops. Enjoy authentic vegetarian kaiseki meals prepared by temple chefs. Reserve your spot early via the HopeGoo app for priority access.
Hida-machi Family Home is a welcoming guesthouse just a 7-minute walk from Daishiji Temple, featuring a kids’ indoor playroom, organic vegetable garden, and weekly "Little Monk Experience" where children learn to wear robes and ring the temple bell. Rooms include family-sized twin beds and accessible facilities. The on-site café serves low-allergen meals tailored for young guests. Free bicycle rentals allow families to explore the scenic Sea River Greenway. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive family package deals.
Shijien Hida Villa stands out as the only boutique stay offering panoramic views of both Daishiji Temple and ever-changing seasonal blooms. The property features cherry blossom tunnels, hydrangea gardens, autumn maple terraces, and plum tree courtyards that shift with the seasons. Each room opens onto a private courtyard with a heated viewing window. Guests enjoy flower arrangement classes and seasonal afternoon tea sets. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary private ikebana tour.
Hida-machi Seiko-in provides a 24-hour complimentary shuttle from the train station to the property, with scheduled departures at 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM daily to Daishiji Temple's main gate—just 10 minutes away. The electric minibus includes wireless charging ports and audio-guided commentary highlighting local history and ecology. On-site amenities include luggage storage, travel concierge, and custom itinerary planning. All services are seamlessly bookable via the HopeGoo app for a hassle-free experience.
Tenkyōkaku Hida is a top choice for photographers, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass rooms that capture the temple’s silhouette in morning mist and golden hour light. The hotel offers a professional photography corner, time-lapse balcony, and monthly "Light & Shadow Quest" workshops teaching techniques for capturing temple aesthetics using natural light and reflective materials. Guests may borrow tripods and filter kits free of charge. Share your shots at the HopeGoo Café. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition photography guidebook.
Mikaguri no Mori Hida is a culinary haven just a 6-minute walk from Daishiji Temple, serving breakfast made with local ingredients such as fresh seafood rice and handcrafted tofu. Guests can join the "Temple Market Day Tour", crafting wagashi sweets and umeboshi plum wine, while learning traditional cooking techniques over an open hearth. The on-site farm cottage offers vegetable harvesting experiences, with produce used in nightly chef’s table dinners. All activities are bookable via HopeGoo for a special farm-to-table dining privilege.
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