Near Kōkōji Temple in Kitanomura, the Tanba Mountain Zen Stay offers a serene retreat with traditional Japanese design. Each room features tatami mats and shoji screens, facing a tranquil bamboo grove and stream behind the temple. Just a 3-minute walk to the temple grounds, guests can join exclusive morning meditation sessions offered only to residents. Book through the HopeGoo app for complimentary tea ceremony and seasonal offering rituals.

Jinshin Betsukan, located just a 2-minute walk from Kōkōji Temple, provides exceptional convenience for early morning worship. Surrounded by century-old trees and stone pathways, the property blends traditional architecture with modern comfort. Rooms feature private balconies overlooking a koi pond where the temple's pagoda reflects at dawn. Guests enjoy free vegetarian dinners and guided evening lantern walks. Reserve via the HopeGoo app to secure your spot for cultural experiences.

Tanba Shiki-en is a seasonal sanctuary near Kōkōji Temple, designed around the changing landscape throughout the year. Spring brings cherry blossoms drifting across the garden, summer echoes with bamboo rustles, autumn paints the verandas crimson, and winter cloaks the roof in snow. All rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows facing the temple’s 1,000-year-old ginkgo tree. The property offers seasonal tea ceremonies and hands-on meditation kit workshops. Book via HopeGoo to receive a special gift: a workshop led by a local raked-sand artist.

Staying at Un'in Ryokan, right beside Kōkōji Temple, allows a seamless cultural journey. Begin with morning chanting ceremonies at the temple, then stroll along the historic Tanba Old Trail, visiting century-old tea houses and pottery studios. Enjoy a kaiseki meal prepared by the head monk, followed by a calligraphy workshop and garden purification ritual in the afternoon. All activities are within walking distance or short rides. Use the HopeGoo platform to bundle your stay and experience, receiving a personalized guidebook.

Tanba Kaden Kobune is a warm, family-oriented guesthouse near Kōkōji Temple, featuring three separate suites and a shared courtyard perfect for multi-generational stays. Each room includes children’s books and wooden puzzles, plus access to parent-child meditation workshops and handmade paper umbrella crafting. The hosts serve daily homemade vegetable porridge and assist with guided hikes along nearby bamboo trails. Book via HopeGoo for a discounted family package.

Kōkōji Kōjin Yado is a unique lodging run by local artisans, offering immersive craft workshops such as lacquer restoration, washi paper making, and wood carving lessons. Guests create their own keepsakes during the stay. The building itself is a restored heritage structure with original beams and tiled roofs, housing a small exhibition of the artisans’ work. Reserve via HopeGoo in advance to guarantee a spot in these exclusive sessions.