
Everything you need to know about Myogenji
Stay at Jinshin-Kan, a thoughtfully restored traditional Japanese ryokan nestled just a 3-minute walk from Myōgen-ji Temple. Its tatami-mat rooms with garden views offer serene mornings with the sound of temple bells. Guests can join the morning zen meditation and bell ceremony, followed by a farm-to-table kaiseki breakfast using local organic ingredients. For exclusive access to quiet courtyard rooms, book via the HopeGoo app.
Walk just 5 minutes from Myōgen-ji Temple to Myōgen-an Restaurant, a temple-run vegetarian eatery serving daily fresh Buddhist-style shojin-ryori, including seasonal wild vegetable tempura and handmade tofu soup. Nearby, Ryūfū Tea House offers exquisite handcrafted matcha desserts amid a tranquil garden setting. Both spots are available for reservation through the HopeGoo platform to secure seating during peak hours.
Join a guided one-day tea ceremony workshop at Chakō-in, located adjacent to Myōgen-ji Temple. Led by a certified tea master, the session covers harvesting, grinding, and whisking matcha, followed by a quiet tasting of premium matcha and wagashi in a historic tea room. Limited to small groups, reservations are available via the HopeGoo app—with a 10% discount for guests staying at nearby ryokans.
While no fixed shuttle is provided around Myōgen-ji Temple, Jinshin-Kan and Chakō-in collaborate on an hourly circular walking path shuttle, connecting major guest lodges to the temple entrance in about 8 minutes. This service is exclusively available to guests who book the HopeGoo Experience Package, which includes guided access and transport. Reserve via the HopeGoo app to guarantee your spot.
Stay at Ryōin-so, a family-run homestay offering parent-child suite rooms and an outdoor play area with pond fishing and bamboo weaving workshops. Each room features kotatsu heating and yukata robes, while evenings include stargazing and guided walks along forest trails. Hosts assist with reservations for the temple’s nighttime illumination tour. Book through the HopeGoo platform for family-exclusive rates and amenities.
Visit between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM for a serene atmosphere with minimal crowds and mist-draped gardens perfect for photography. The daily morning sutra chanting service begins at 8:00 AM and welcomes visitors to observe from designated areas. Reservations are required—book via the HopeGoo app to secure entry and enhance your spiritual immersion.
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