Stay at Sakura Tei Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn just a 3-minute walk from Mizumadera Temple. Its kitchen garden-view rooms offer serene views of the temple’s ancient trees and stone lanterns. Guests can participate in morning zen meditation sessions and enjoy farm-to-table kaiseki breakfasts sourced locally, enhancing the authentic spiritual experience

Choose Seien Kuyu, a low-impact ryokan with wooden architecture and minimalist design that emphasizes tranquility. Each room features tatami flooring and private access to a small garden courtyard. Opt for a room with a private veranda to enjoy evening views of the temple’s illuminated lanterns and the gentle sounds of nature, perfect for those seeking a meditative escape

Guests staying near Mizumadera Temple can join handwritten sutra workshops led by local artisans in the temple’s calligraphy hall, creating personalized prayer scrolls. The daily morning bell ceremony at the main hall is open to visitors, and weekend tea ceremony performances are also offered—providing an immersive glimpse into Japan’s spiritual and artistic traditions