Featured Hotels Near Donkaiji

Near Tōkai-ji Temple in Matsudo Town, Matsukaze-an is a standout choice—a restored traditional farmhouse turned boutique ryokan. Guests enjoy serene forest and stream views, with daily Zen meditation sessions hosted at the temple. Just a 10-minute walk from the temple, the ryokan offers complimentary shuttle service and serves locally sourced vegetarian kaiseki meals. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to seasonal retreat packages.

Shinsan-kyū stands out for its authentic cultural experience near Tōkai-ji Temple. Built with Edo-era wooden architecture, each room features tatami mats and shoji screens overlooking bamboo groves. The hotel offers guided tours to the temple’s ancient halls, bell tower, and Zen garden, plus hands-on calligraphy and sutra copying workshops. Located just 7 minutes’ walk from the temple, guests can attend morning rituals. Book through HopeGoo to secure early-bird access to these immersive programs.

Guests staying near Tōkai-ji Temple can join the Matsudo Buddhist Study Program, led by senior monks offering lessons in chanting the Heart Sutra and seated meditation. Held in the meditation hall at Shinsan-kyū, this program includes guided walks through the temple grounds and participation in monthly lamp offerings on the first and fifteenth days of the lunar calendar. Each guest receives a handcrafted lantern as a keepsake. All activities feature bilingual (Japanese/English) narration. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a commemorative prayer card set.