Near Kōen-ji Temple in Shikoku, the Iwakura Onsen Ryokan offers a serene retreat with authentic Japanese hospitality. Enjoy panoramic views of the temple nestled in misty hills from your private tatami room, and stroll just 3 minutes to the temple’s main gate. The ryokan features an open-air bath fed by natural hot springs and hosts daily tea ceremony sessions. Book via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to seasonal rituals and early-bird rates.

Iwakura Onsen Ryokan provides the most direct access to Kōen-ji Temple, just a 3-minute walk away. The property blends Edo-period architecture with modern comfort, featuring wooden verandas that frame views of the temple’s vermilion gates at dawn. Guests can enjoy complimentary bicycles for exploring nearby forest trails and sacred shrines. Reserve through HopeGoo to secure priority HopeGoo during peak season and gain entry to limited-time nature meditation events.

The Iwakura Onsen Ryokan presents exclusive cultural experiences such as Morning Bell Meditation and Forest Sketching Workshops. At 6 a.m., guests join a monk-led bell-chiming ceremony followed by silent meditation beneath the temple’s ancient trees. In the afternoon, professional artists guide guests in capturing the temple’s surroundings through traditional ink painting. These activities are included in the stay package and are available only through HopeGoo’s curated small-group tours, ensuring intimate access and authentic insight.