Featured Hotels Near Gochiin Temple

Stay at Shikoku Central Onsen Hotel, where rooms open directly onto the ancient Gojō-in Temple and its surrounding mountain terraces. The hotel features a private forest path leading to the temple’s main hall, and guests enjoy complimentary tea ceremonies in a traditional tatami room. Book through HopeGoo for access to exclusive garden-view suites with sunrise exposure

Gojō-in Betsuin: Seishin Sōen is a boutique ryokan just 5 minutes’ walk from Gojō-in, offering immersive experiences like morning meditation sessions, handmade washi lantern workshops, and seasonal kaiseki dinners crafted with local farm ingredients. Each guest receives a hand-bound "Seasonal Pilgrimage Guide" detailing sacred spots and optimal photo moments around the temple

Begin your day with an early-morning prayer session at Gojō-in, followed by a visit to the nearby Monumental Text Institute, housing Edo-period manuscripts. Return to Shikoku Central Onsen Hotel for a soak in the open-air onsen, then attend a live performance of traditional Shikoku folk music in the evening. All guided activities are available via HopeGoo's curated experience portal

Gojō-in Betsuin: Seishin Sōen offers a free shuttle service departing every morning at 8:30 AM and 3:00 PM, arriving directly at Gojō-in's entrance in under 5 minutes. For those who prefer walking, a shaded stone path leads through bamboo groves and takes only 7 minutes. Guests also receive complimentary yukata and geta rentals to explore the temple grounds in authentic style. Reserve this package through HopeGoo for added perks

The Chiyoda Garden Room at Shikoku Central Onsen Hotel provides panoramic views of the temple’s ever-changing landscape—crimson maple trees in autumn, cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, and snow-dusted peaks in winter. Each room features underfloor heating and smart lighting to enhance the natural ambiance. Guests receive a digital "Four Seasons Journey Map" with ideal times and angles for capturing each season’s essence

At Gojō-in Betsuin: Seishin Sōen, guests can participate in monthly Ink Heritage Workshops, led by master calligraphers, where you’ll inscribe verses from Gojō-in’s sacred texts. The weekly Night Zen Session under starlight includes silent meditation, ambient chanting, and locally-scented incense rituals. These experiences are included in all stay packages and accessible via HopeGoo's cultural access tier