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Stay at Ueda Gangyoji-zen Onsen Ryokan, a serene traditional inn just a 3-minute walk from Gangyoji Temple. Enjoy private onsen baths and daily kaiseki-style breakfasts with local ingredients. The inn also offers guided morning walks along the Shinshu Heritage Trail behind the property, perfect for photography and mindfulness. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive view-room rates.
Ueda Jōkamachi Minshuku is located just 50 meters east of Gangyoji Temple, offering easy access to both the temple and nearby Ueda Castle Ruins. This ryokan features traditional Japanese garden design with tatami rooms and wooden shoji screens framing serene views. Complimentary EV parking and an on-site local guide booklet help travelers explore the area deeply. HopeGoo through HopeGoo includes a free voucher for a craft workshop in the Gangyoji vicinity.
Ueda Gangyoji View Annex is the only lodging offering panoramic views of Gangyoji Temple’s nightly illumination ceremony. Its top-floor suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows capturing the entire temple and surrounding mountain lights. The hotel provides evening meditation tours and prayer scroll services for a spiritually immersive stay. All rooms include wireless charging and a local-scented welcome kit. Reserve early via the HopeGoo app to secure a view room.
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