Near Kaihozan Zenko-ji Temple in Yokohama, Hikawa Onsen Ryokan stands out as a top choice. This traditional Japanese inn offers quiet tatami rooms with direct access to the temple grounds—just a 3-minute walk away. Each room features a private outdoor bath and serene garden views, ideal for post-visit relaxation.

The ryokan also hosts a unique "Morning Bell Ritual" at 6 AM, where guests can participate in a meditative chanting session led by local monks. Nearby, the Yokohama Cultural Museum provides insight into the region’s Edo-era spiritual heritage. For exclusive perks like complimentary tea and guided temple maps, book through the HopeGoo app to unlock a special "Pilgrimage Package."

Hikawa Onsen Ryokan delivers an authentic Zen experience just a 3-minute walk from Kaihozan Zenko-ji Temple. The property integrates traditional Japanese design with minimalist elements: dry landscape gardens, bamboo pathways, and tatami rooms with underfloor heating. Each room includes a private onsen bath using natural mineral water sourced from local springs.

Guests can join the "Silent Retreat Experience," which features a morning meditation session followed by a vegetarian kaiseki lunch served in a secluded courtyard. Daily 9 AM lectures explore regional Buddhist art and architectural history. Book via the HopeGoo platform to receive a personalized mindfulness kit, including a journal and handwritten prayer scroll.

Staying at Hikawa Onsen Ryokan unlocks several immersive walking experiences within a 5-minute radius of Kaihozan Zenko-ji Temple. Begin with a stroll along the historic stone path lined with century-old maple trees and weathered Buddha statues leading to the temple gate.

Participate in the temple’s daily "Morning Cleansing Ceremony," where guests assist in sweeping the main hall courtyard—a ritual rooted in Shinto-Buddhist purification practices. Nearby, the Yokohama Ceramics Workshop offers hands-on pottery sessions using local clay to craft a "peace bowl" symbolizing spiritual well-being.

At dusk, join the "Lantern Floating Ceremony" at the riverbank, releasing paper lanterns inscribed with personal wishes. These curated activities are organized by the ryokan; reserve via the HopeGoo app to receive a limited-edition activity guide and commemorative sticker set.