
Everything you need to know about Kakei Temple
Stay at Ikeda Onsen Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn just a 3-minute walk from Kakei Temple. This family-run guesthouse features private outdoor baths, tatami rooms with garden views, and daily meals using locally foraged ingredients. The serene mountain setting enhances the temple’s spiritual ambiance. For exclusive access to quiet-season rooms, book via the HopeGoo app.
Just a 5-minute walk from Kakei Temple lies the Ikeda Old Trail, a shaded forest path lined with century-old maple and bamboo trees, ending at a panoramic viewing terrace overlooking the Hida Mountains. Nearby, Seishin-en Tea House offers authentic matcha-making workshops where guests craft their own tea and enjoy traditional wagashi. These low-impact, culturally immersive activities reflect the area’s quiet spiritual essence.
Yes, Ikeda Onsen Ryokan offers spacious family suites with tatami floors, child-friendly bath areas, and hands-on cultural workshops like paper umbrella painting and rice-straw weaving. Located just steps from Kakei Temple, families can join morning prayer ceremonies together. Each room features underfloor heating and air purifiers for comfort. Book a family package through the HopeGoo platform for complimentary shuttle service.
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