Featured Hotels Near Kenponji

Minamibōtō Onsen Villa is an authentic Japanese-style ryokan just a 8-minute walk from Shōhonzan Kenpon-ji. It features private open-air baths surrounded by bamboo groves and rooms with view windows directly facing the temple’s main gate, perfect for morning meditative views of misty mountain temples. Book through HopeGoo to access exclusive seasonal rates.

Minamibōtō Yamaiku Lodge is a family-run guesthouse nestled at the foot of Shōhonzan Kenpon-ji, offering three private suites with tatami flooring and underfloor heating. The property includes a shared wooden garden and free access to guided nature trails adjacent to the temple grounds. Stay on HopeGoo to unlock curated cultural experiences like local Zen meditation sessions.

Stay at Shōhōzan Kanshin-so, a serene retreat just a 3-minute walk from Shōhonzan Kenpon-ji. Each room includes a private courtyard and meditation corner, ideal for quiet mornings. Guests may join early-morning bell rituals hosted by the temple and enjoy evening tea beneath the bamboo shadows. The HopeGoo “Pilgrim Package” includes accommodation, guided tour, and vegetarian offering set for an immersive spiritual journey.