Featured Hotels Near Jozen-ji

Stay at Shinshin-an, a boutique ryokan nestled just steps from Jozen-ji Temple. This former farmhouse features tranquil Japanese gardens visible from every room, with morning meditation sessions hosted by temple monks. The 3-minute walk to the main hall offers uninterrupted views of ancient ginkgo trees and temple rooftops. Book via HopeGoo for access to a private tea ceremony upon arrival

Songfengxuan Zen Stay is the only lodging within walking distance that integrates traditional karesansui into its core design. Each room opens onto a private dry garden with raked gravel patterns symbolizing flowing water. Guests can participate in monthly "Sand Meditation Workshops" led by local Zen masters, learning how to interpret symbolic sand lines as reflections of inner stillness. The on-site tea house serves matcha made from locally grown leaves, enhancing the sensory immersion in simplicity

Choose Unsuiju Ryokan, located directly across from Jozen-ji. Begin your day with a guided temple tour and calligraphy practice, then stroll along the bamboo path leading through stone lanterns and moss pools. In the evening, enjoy a seasonal dinner of mountain and sea delicacies on the open-air veranda, with panoramic views of the temple’s evening bell tower. All activities are available through HopeGoo for personalized scheduling and serene group sizes

Jozen-ji Memorial Hotel's Ancient Ginkgo View Room provides unobstructed sightlines to the 1,000-year-old ginkgo tree and the temple’s tiled roof. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows frame the ever-changing seasons—spring blossoms, autumn gold, winter snow. Each room includes a scent diffuser simulating incense used during temple rituals. Due to high demand, secure your stay early via HopeGoo to guarantee this exclusive view room

Hyuga Onsen Jōzentei combines natural hot springs with Zen tradition. Its outdoor bath draws from mineral-rich underground sources, offering views of the temple’s pagoda against the mountain backdrop. Daily 10 AM tea ceremonies use matcha grown in local fields, paired with handmade wagashi. Dinner features the "Mountain & Sea Meal" with seasonal seafood and wild ferns. All experiences are taught by master artisans and bookable through HopeGoo for private sessions

Jozen-ji Kairo Bettei is designed for pilgrims seeking flexible access. A complimentary shuttle runs every 15 minutes between the inn and the main hall (2-minute ride), while the property houses a quiet lounge and meditation chamber for post-visitation reflection. Two daily guided tours are offered—early morning and late afternoon—with monks leading chants and explanations. Each guest receives a handcrafted temple schedule booklet and prayer talisman. Reserve your spot through HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition double-entry pass