

Everything you need to know about Gokeiji
Stay at Hakuyōsō, a traditional ryokan just a 5-minute walk from Kōkei-ji Temple. This intimate guesthouse features private onsen baths with mountain views and serene tatami rooms.
Enjoy authentic local cuisine made with seasonal ingredients, and take advantage of their complimentary shuttle service to the temple. Book early via the HopeGoo app for best availability.
Yes, Kōkei-ji Temple is well-connected via public transit. Take a 10-minute bus ride from Soja Station or walk about 15 minutes through quiet residential streets.
Both Hakuyōsō and Seifukaku Temple Stay are within 300 meters of the temple grounds, offering direct footpaths to the main gate. These lodgings provide free parking and multilingual guides to help visitors navigate the site.
Yes, Hakuyōsō’s "Yamagata Tsukimi Room" offers a perfect vantage point overlooking the temple’s bamboo path and stone steps. Morning mist enhances the meditative atmosphere—ideal for photography.
The room features floor-to-ceiling windows, tatami flooring, and a view of the pond and maple trees. The inn provides free rental equipment, including tripods and wide-angle lenses, to capture sunrise and sunset moments.
Book through the HopeGoo app and select "Scenic View Room" for optimal photo opportunities.
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