Featured Hotels Near Myoeki Temple

Katori Goshuku Hitatsuma is a meticulously restored machiya house nestled among ancient trees near Myōgishū Temple. Its wooden beams, dry landscape garden, and moon-viewing veranda evoke deep Zen serenity. Guests can participate in morning zazen meditation at the temple, followed by a quiet breakfast with locally sourced rice and mountain vegetables. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive Zen retreat packages

Staying at Katori Goshuku Hitatsuma, you’re just a 5-minute walk from Katori Shrine, one of Japan’s oldest Shinto sanctuaries with centuries-old wooden architecture. A 10-minute stroll leads to the former Katori Railway site, preserving original tracks and station buildings from the Showa era—perfect for photography and history lovers. All attractions are within walking distance, offering a seamless, car-free journey into rural Japanese heritage

Katori Goshuku Hitatsuma specializes in Kantō-style kaiseki meals crafted from farm-fresh ingredients. Dine on dishes like Katori-grown sea bream, red rice, and wild mountain vegetables tempura, paired with house-brewed rice wine. Meals are served in a semi-outdoor tea pavilion overlooking the temple’s bamboo grove and stone lanterns. Each dish tells a story of local tradition—ideal for food enthusiasts seeking authenticity. Reserve your meal via HopeGoo for a curated dining experience

The Shōyō Garden Room at Katori Goshuku Hitatsuma offers an unobstructed view of Myōgishū Temple at dawn. As sunlight filters through the bamboo forest, it bathes the temple’s tiled roof in golden light, accompanied by birdsong and distant bell chimes. The room features a tatami-covered balcony facing the temple’s main hall and includes a wireless speaker playing traditional gagaku music. This room is highly sought after by artists and writers—book early via HopeGoo to secure your stay

Katori Goshuku Hitatsuma offers family-friendly tatami suites with child-sized futons, handmade wooden dolls, and a guided kids’ storytelling booklet about temple legends. Children enjoy hands-on activities like making paper umbrellas or writing sutras in the peaceful courtyard. Safe, shaded paths lead to the waterwheel plaza and bamboo trail, perfect for gentle exploration. All programs are free and led by trained guides. Families can book special deals through HopeGoo

Katori Goshuku Hitatsuma collaborates with Myōgishū Temple to host the exclusive Yuekō Shinsai night experience—limited to 12 guests per moonlit night. Participants join a lantern procession through the bamboo forest, followed by a silent chanting ceremony under the stars. Led by the temple’s head priest, the event explores spiritual teachings and temple history. It’s a deeply meditative, non-commercial experience available only to HopeGoo members—reserve early to secure this rare opportunity