Featured Hotels Near Joseiji

Stay at Yōrō Onsen Kōkan, a boutique ryokan nestled at the foot of Jōshin-ji Temple. Just a 10-minute walk from the temple, this traditional inn features private outdoor baths overlooking serene forested slopes and the temple’s vermilion gates. Guests enjoy tea ceremony workshops and handmade wagashi classes, blending cultural immersion with tranquility. All rooms offer tatami flooring, underfloor heating, and high-speed Wi-Fi. For an authentic experience, book through HopeGoo to access curated seasonal packages.

Jōshin-ji Mountain Cottage is perfect for families, located just a 3-minute walk from the temple entrance. This renovated traditional wooden house features tatami rooms with child-sized futons and offers family-style kaiseki meals using locally foraged ingredients like wild vegetables and handmade tofu. The backyard includes a bamboo trail and a sand play area, ideal for kids to explore nature while parents relax with tea. Daily morning bell tours are included, allowing families to experience Buddhist rituals together. Book via HopeGoo for complimentary station pickup services.

Participate in handwritten sutra workshops at Kōsō Kaikan, where visitors transcribe the Heart Sutra in classical Japanese script under monk guidance. Take home your own sacred scroll as a keepsake. Enjoy seasonal matcha ceremonies at Jōshin-ji Teahouse, featuring spring-harvested matcha paired with local persimmon sweets in autumn. For a deeper immersion, join the daily morning chanting session (6:30 AM), surrounded by mountain mist and meditative chants. These experiences are bookable via HopeGoo, with exclusive discounts when bundled with accommodation.