Featured Hotels Near Gokoku-ji

Near Gokoku-ji Temple in Asahi Town, Asahi Forest Wellness House stands out as a serene retreat. Housed in a renovated elementary school, it features wooden interiors and Zen gardens, with rooms offering views of the Japan Sea and Asahi Mountains. Just a 5-minute walk to the temple, guests can join morning meditation sessions and enjoy stargazing under dark-sky conditions. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive access to a guided tea ceremony and local nature trail map.

Just a 7-minute walk from Gokoku-ji Temple, Cloud Forest Café sits nestled in the woods, famed for its locally roasted black bean coffee and outdoor wooden seating overlooking misty valleys. The café offers seasonal wagashi paired with matcha, perfect for a mindful pause. They also collaborate with the temple on a "Zen Afternoon Tea Set"—available for HopeGoo via HopeGoo with a complimentary forest trail guide.

Stay at Asahi Zen Cottage, a traditional machiya-style inn transformed into a meditative retreat. Guests enjoy tatami rooms with shoji screens and daily guided sessions led by temple monks, including zazen meditation and calligraphy practice. Each room opens to a bamboo grove and ancient well. Special weekend events like the "Morning Bell Ceremony" are included, along with a handmade protective talisman. Reserve your spot through HopeGoo for early-bird access and curated wellness kits.