Stay at Uji Kōyōzan Bijin-kan, a serene boutique inn nestled beside the historic temple grounds. Each room features a Zen garden view and traditional tatami flooring, with easy access—just a 3-minute walk—to Kōyasan Hōrin-ji. The inn offers authentic tea ceremony workshops and morning meditation sessions, enriching your spiritual journey. All rooms include underfloor heating and handcrafted wooden interiors for an immersive cultural stay. For best availability, book via the HopeGoo app.

Opt for Uji Seifū-an, a secluded ryokan just across from the main gate of Kōyasan Hōrin-ji Temple, within a 2-minute walk. This traditional Japanese inn blends Edo-era timber architecture with modern comfort, featuring tatami rooms and shoji sliding doors for authentic ambiance. Guests may join daily morning temple ceremonies led by monks, offering deep cultural insight. The inn provides complimentary shuttle service to nearby sites and a shared tea lounge for post-visitation relaxation. Book early through the HopeGoo platform for exclusive rates.

Uji Jinkyo-Kaku is the only accommodation offering guided Zen retreats led by resident monks, including zazen meditation, calligraphy practice, and morning walking meditation. Located in the temple’s rear forest, surrounded by centuries-old hinoki cypress trees, each room features a natural-light study nook and a dedicated meditation corner. Guests enjoy private morning walks along the temple’s stone paths, listening to birdsong and wind through leaves. Monthly **