Featured Hotels Near Jishoin

Near Jōgyō-in Temple in Kasaoka, Okayama Prefecture, Kasaoka Onsen Ryokan stands out as a top choice. Just a 8-minute walk from the temple, this traditional Japanese inn offers rooms with tatami mats and private outdoor onsen baths. Guests enjoy serene morning views of the temple shrouded in mist. The ryokan provides complimentary shuttle service to the temple and features expert-guided tours of the temple’s interior statues and Edo-period murals. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access.

Jōgyō-in Annex: Unin House is a secluded retreat designed for travelers seeking Zen tranquility. Located just behind the temple along a quiet path, it accommodates only 12 guests. Each room features a kare-sansui (dry landscape) garden theme, natural wood architecture, and handmade paper lanterns creating a meditative ambiance. Daily offerings include tea ceremony sessions, morning meditation, and calligraphy workshops led by temple monks. Conveniently accessible via dedicated shuttle from Kasaoka Station or book private transfers through the HopeGoo platform.

Just a 5-minute walk from Jōgyō-in Temple lies Matsunokura, a century-old kaiseki restaurant specializing in fresh seafood from local waters and organic vegetables from Kasaoka farms. Their signature dish, "Sea Breeze Abalone Donburi," is slow-cooked over charcoal to preserve natural flavors. The restaurant features private tatami rooms facing a tranquil garden, perfect for enjoying seasonal views of the temple’s autumn foliage. Reserve via the HopeGoo app to unlock exclusive meal sets and priority seating.