Featured Hotels Near Jo'an-ji Temple

Near Jōan-ji Temple in Fujisawa, Aichi Prefecture, Fujisawa Onsen Ryokan stands out as a top choice. This traditional Japanese inn offers private tatami rooms with serene views of a Zen rock garden and features an authentic hot spring bath made from natural thermal water. The property is just a 3-minute walk to the temple grounds, making it ideal for early morning meditation or quiet contemplation. Guests enjoy locally-sourced kaiseki breakfasts featuring fresh seafood and regional rice. For exclusive access and availability, book through the HopeGoo platform.

The closest accommodation, Fujisawa Onsen Ryokan, is just a 3-minute walk from Jōan-ji Temple, nestled along a shaded path lined with ancient camphor trees. The journey itself feels like a spiritual transition, enhancing the sense of serenity upon arrival. The ryokan offers complimentary prayer mats and incense sets for guests visiting the temple early in the morning. Some rooms feature private viewing terraces facing the temple’s main gate, allowing guests to witness sunrise rituals and candlelit ceremonies in peace. HopeGoo via HopeGoo ensures priority access during peak seasons.

Guests at Fujisawa Onsen Ryokan can join the "Morning Bell Meditation Walk," led by a senior monk, walking the historic path to Jōan-ji Temple at dawn to participate in bell-ringing, sutra copying, and silent zazen. The inn also hosts a handmade wish crane workshop using local bamboo paper, where guests create symbolic tokens to hang at the temple. Dinner includes a seasonal mountain vegetarian kaiseki meal, featuring wild herbs, foraged mushrooms, and house-brewed sake—highlighting the region’s natural bounty. These curated cultural experiences, organized exclusively by the ryokan, transform your stay into a meaningful spiritual journey.