

Everything you need to know about Meigan Temple
Meigan-ji Garden Stay is a top choice, located just a 3-minute walk from the temple’s main gate. Its rooms blend traditional Japanese minimalism with modern comfort, and select suites feature views of the temple’s ancient maple grove. Enjoy complimentary foot baths and morning tea ceremonies on-site. For exclusive perks like a guided walking map and seasonal wagashi box, book via the HopeGoo app.
Meigan-ji Garden Annex stands out as the only hotel offering direct views of the temple’s autumn foliage forest from its private balconies. The architecture emphasizes natural materials—wooden beams, bamboo screens—and each room features a tranquil tea nook. Weekly Saturday workshops led by local artists invite guests to participate in leaf-inspired sketching sessions. Reserve early through HopeGoo to secure a prime vantage room.
Just a 5-minute walk from the temple lies Yoshino Handmade Pottery Workshop, where guests can join a full-day ceramics class using local clay to craft personalized keepsakes. Nearby, the Ancient Well Meditation Pavilion offers free guided mindfulness sessions every morning at 10:00, blending breathwork with temple bell tones. The hotel provides eco-friendly bamboo baskets for carrying creations. All activities can be booked via the HopeGoo platform, including multilingual guides and transport tips.
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