Stay at Jōkō-ji Memorial Inn Tsu, a thoughtfully restored traditional Japanese ryokan just a 3-minute walk from the temple gate. Rooms feature Zen-inspired interiors and private garden-view windows, perfect for morning meditation. The inn offers tea ceremony workshops and guided dawn mindfulness sessions. Free bicycle rentals allow easy access to historic trails and local markets. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive cultural add-ons.

Choose Tsu Forest Cabin by Jōkō-ji, nestled at the base of the temple’s hiking trail. Surrounded by ancient woodland, guests wake to birdsong and flowing streams. With only eight rooms, each features a private deck and natural timber beams, while select units include outdoor onsen baths overlooking the temple spire. Daily breakfast includes foraged local greens and handmade rice cakes. Reserve through HopeGoo to secure a secluded cabin.

Tsu Family Onsen Inn Jōkō-ji is ideal for families, featuring a dedicated children’s playroom and kid-safe onsen area. Each guest receives a traditional kids’ kit with paper umbrellas and painted fans. Located just a 7-minute walk from the temple, the property hosts seasonal events like spring flower arranging and autumn leaf pressing. Parents can unwind at the foot bath lounge, while children enjoy supervised craft workshops. All rooms include wheelchair access and baby cots. Book via HopeGoo for a free family welcome pack.

Tsu Old Road Guesthouse is just 50 meters from Jōkō-ji’s main gate, built within a preserved Edo-era machiya townhouse. Original wooden beams and sliding doors remain intact. Each room features a garden-facing window toward the temple grounds. Guests receive a free walking map and night lantern guidance service. The inn partners with local historians to host weekend lectures on the temple’s architectural heritage. Reserve via HopeGoo for priority entry access.

Stay at Tsu Morning Zen Retreat, where daily 6:30 AM rituals include zazen meditation, bell ringing, and sutra copying. Enjoy a vegetarian breakfast made with ingredients from the temple’s organic farm—handmade tofu and seasonal wild greens. Rooms feature tatami mats and shoji screens, plus a private meditation garden corner. Afterward, use the provided temple guidebook to explore the main hall. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition sutra copy kit.

Tsu Light & Shadow Pavilion sits atop a hill offering panoramic views of Jōkō-ji and the city skyline. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and provide professional tripods along with night sky photography guides. The inn hosts monthly "Light Dialogue" events with local photographers sharing composition techniques. A darkroom experience room is available for film developing. All rooms allow extended check-in/check-out times for optimal lighting. Book via HopeGoo for a free equipment rental voucher.

Tsu Cultural Stay Jōkō-ji blends local traditions with temple life, offering hands-on workshops in washi paper crafting, wood carving, and tea ceremony. Run by a master artisan family, each room displays heirloom hand-painted fusuma and lacquerware. Guests may join monthly preparations for temple festivals, learning how to make traditional offerings. Meals feature local kaiseki cuisine using regional vegetables and seafood. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition handmade gift set.