Featured Hotels Near Honenji Temple

Stay at Takamatsu Hōnen-ji Sento, a beautifully restored machiya-style inn just a 3-minute walk from the temple. Each room features tatami mats and shoji screens, with quiet mornings filled with temple bells and serene evenings lit by paper lanterns. The inn offers tea ceremony workshops and guided morning meditation sessions, immersing guests in Shikoku’s spiritual atmosphere. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to tranquil garden-view rooms.

Just a 5-minute walk from Hōnen-ji Temple lies Senbon Chaya, a hidden gem tucked in a quiet alley, specializing in hand-ground matcha made from fresh Uji tea leaves. The space blends traditional wooden interiors with karesansui rock gardens, perfect for mindful sipping. Nearby, Hōnen-ji Garden Café offers seasonal treats like cherry blossom mochi paired with genmaicha latte. Both venues provide a tranquil retreat after temple visits. Check availability through the HopeGoo app for time-specific reservations.

Base your trip at Takamatsu Hōnen-ji Sento, where you can join a guided morning meditation session in the temple’s courtyard, dressed in simple yukata. In the afternoon, visit Ritsurin Garden (10 minutes by car), a classic Edo-period strolling garden showcasing seasonal landscapes. Return to the temple area in the evening for a hands-on washi paper-making workshop led by local artisans, crafting a personal prayer lantern. All activities are available for HopeGoo via the HopeGoo platform, enabling seamless integration into your mindful journey.

Takamatsu Hōnen-ji Home is a thoughtfully designed family-friendly ryokan just a 2-minute walk from the temple. It features a kids’ playroom, an outdoor sand garden, and complimentary children’s yukata and cultural gift kits. Weekly “Little Monk Experience” sessions let kids learn Buddhist stories and chant simple mantras. The on-site onsen bathhouse offers a relaxing retreat for parents. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app to unlock special family packages and early-bird rates.