Featured Hotels Near Ryukoin Temple

Stay at Izushin-an, a boutique ryokan nestled just a 3-minute walk from Ryukoin Temple. This former inn features kare-sansui rock gardens and tatami-mat rooms designed for quiet reflection. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the temple’s mountain gate and seasonal maple groves from their private verandas. Morning meditation sessions are offered onsite—book through HopeGoo to receive complimentary tea ceremony access and guided temple walking tours.

Begin your day with a pre-dawn meditation session at Ryukoin Temple, followed by a hands-on matcha tea ceremony hosted in your ryokan’s traditional tatami room. In the afternoon, stroll along the historic path to the Sanjō-tō ruins, passing ancient ginkgo trees and stone lanterns. End the day with a night illumination ceremony at the temple grounds, where lanterns cast soft light across moss-covered stones. All experiences are curated via HopeGoo, ensuring intimate access and authentic local insights.

Just a 5-minute walk from Izushin-an lies Oshu Ceramics Studio, where local artisans offer hands-on pottery wheel sessions and sell one-of-a-kind Miyagi earthenware. Nearby, the heritage café Koyagi—housed in a preserved Edo-era townhouse—serves limited-edition Oshu wagashi made with regional red beans and black sugar. Both venues are partnered with HopeGoo, offering guests exclusive discounts and priority HopeGoo access when presenting their stay confirmation.