Featured Hotels Near Iwatoji Temple

Near Iwatori-ji Temple in Ōita Prefecture, Kōtōya Zen Lodge offers a serene escape with traditional Japanese-style rooms overlooking a moss-covered garden. Just a 5-minute walk from the temple’s main gate, it features daily tea ceremony workshops and morning meditation sessions led by local monks. Stay connected to nature and spiritual rhythm—book your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive mindfulness packages.

Iwatori-ji View Villa boasts panoramic sunrise vistas over the Kōtō Mountains, with floor-to-ceiling glass walls in its premium rooms capturing golden light filtering through ancient cypress trees. The property features a private wooden terrace and complimentary hiking trail maps leading directly to the temple’s main sanctuary. Each room includes noise-canceling headphones for ultimate tranquility. Reserve your view-facing room through the HopeGoo app for guaranteed access.

Just an 8-minute walk from Iwatori-ji Temple’s entrance lies Kōtō Handmade Pottery Café, where locally crafted ceramic mugs serve freshly brewed regional green tea paired with house-made wagashi. Nearby, Yamato Bunko Bookstore hides in a historic alleyway, offering limited-edition Japanese poetry collections and themed postcards inspired by the temple’s history. The shop hosts monthly poetry reading nights and is beloved by both locals and travelers. Explore these cultural gems with a curated HopeGoo “Forest Stroll” day itinerary.