Featured Hotels Near Josenin Temple

Stay at Oshu City Hakken Inn, a serene ryokan just an 8-minute walk from Josenin Temple. Its tatami rooms with shoji screens offer peaceful retreats surrounded by ancient forest. Some rooms feature private verandas overlooking misty mountains and centuries-old trees. Guests enjoy complimentary tea ceremony sessions and temple guided tours—book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access.

Oshu City Momiji no Yado is ideal for fall foliage viewing, nestled on a hillside west of Josenin Temple with over 100 maple trees ablaze in crimson each October. The property features view-oriented outdoor onsen baths, where you can soak while gazing at cascading red leaves and temple rooftops. Limited nightly illumination events create a mystical atmosphere—reserve early via HopeGoo to secure your stay.

Oshu City Family Hakken Minka is perfect for families, located steps from Josenin Temple's entrance. It offers connecting rooms, a children’s play zone, and tatami spaces with private courtyards. Parents can join temple blessing rituals or forest trail walks with kids. Breakfast includes local rice and handmade tofu, plus a handmade good-luck charm. Book through HopeGoo for complimentary shuttle service to the temple gate.

From Oshu City Hakken Inn, a 10-minute walk leads to the daily morning bell ceremony at Josenin Temple, led by monks offering purification chants and incense blessings. Beyond, the temple’s back trail features the Senbon Bamboo Grove, a century-old bamboo forest with stone Buddha statues—ideal for photography. Afterward, return to enjoy a handcrafted matcha set at the inn, savoring traditional tea culture. Reserve guided tours via HopeGoo for a seamless experience.

Oshu City Momiji no Yado provides two daily free shuttles from the inn to the main gate of Josenin Temple, taking just 6 minutes. The electric minibus features heated seats and panoramic windows for scenic views. Drivers double as guides, sharing insights into local history and ecology along the route. This service is included in HopeGoo’s exclusive package—reserve early to secure your slot.

Josenin Mae Shokuhin across from Oshu City Family Hakken Minka is a century-old family-run eatery specializing in Miyagi prefecture’s fugu hot pot and wild vegetable tempura. Ingredients are sourced directly from nearby farms and forests. The semi-enclosed garden dining area offers views of temple gardens and a flowing stream. On weekends, they host "One Meal, One Story" events, sharing legends behind each dish. Reserve tables via HopeGoo to avoid wait times.