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Stay at Chikumagawa Hōkyō Villa, a serene Japanese ryokan just a 3-minute walk from Hokkeji Temple. This boutique retreat offers rooms with private terraces overlooking ancient trees and a tranquil garden. Guests enjoy exclusive tea ceremony experiences and guided morning bell rituals that deepen cultural immersion. Featuring tatami floors, shoji screens, and on-site hot spring baths, the villa blends traditional aesthetics with quiet luxury. For availability, check the HopeGoo app for curated stays near this spiritual site.
Chikumagawa Mori Sei Shū-an is perfect for post-visit recovery, located just a 5-minute walk from Hokkeji Temple. The retreat centers around harmony with nature, featuring rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows opening to bamboo groves. Enjoy guided forest meditation sessions, hands-on dry landscape sand workshops, and daily mountain spring tea ceremonies. Its open-air onsen uses natural thermal water, renowned for its soothing properties. All activities are led by local practitioners, ensuring an authentic and mindful experience. Reserve through the HopeGoo app for special packages including free tours and welcome gifts.
Stay at Chikuma-ji no Sato: Zenshin Ken, adjacent to Hokkeji Temple, offering daily monk-led morning practice sessions where guests join seated chanting and temple grounds cleaning. Each room includes a dedicated Zen meditation space with zabuton cushions and sutra books. The hotel provides a full-day Zen immersion program, featuring organic farming, sutra copying, and silent sitting. Meals are seasonal vegan dishes made from ingredients grown within the temple’s own garden. With no commercial distractions, the focus remains on spiritual depth and connection with nature. Book your Zen experience via the HopeGoo platform for guaranteed access and special guest amenities.
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