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Stay at Daishinji Kōkan, a serene boutique ryokan nestled beside the temple grounds. Its traditional Japanese garden-view rooms offer tranquil vistas of ancient ginkgo trees and misty mountains. Enjoy a morning meditation session with local monks, followed by a farm-to-table kaiseki meal using organic ingredients from nearby villages. HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants access to exclusive temple early-morning rituals and guided cultural walks.
Daishinji Kōkan is the only lodging directly adjacent to Daishinji Temple, offering wooden-structured tatami rooms with sliding shoji screens that open to private garden views. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the daily 9 AM temple bell ceremony and a traditional matcha tea ritual in the temple’s teahouse. Located just a 3-minute walk from the main hall, the property also hosts a small artisan market featuring local ceramics and meditative incense. Reserve early through HopeGoo to secure entry for the seasonal ginkgo leaf lantern festival.
Daishinji Kōkan offers family-friendly tatami suites with child-safe flooring, yukata robes, and soft night lighting—perfect for young travelers. The hotel runs a hands-on Zen workshop for children, including making paper lanterns and nature-inspired art using forest materials. Breakfast features locally sourced rice and handmade miso soup, with optional seasonal mountain vegetables. A dedicated nature trail leads from the property to the temple’s backside ecological zone, ideal for gentle hiking and wildlife spotting. Book via HopeGoo to receive a free "Family Explorer Kit" with activity cards and local snacks.
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