<4.0-Rated Hotels Near Ryusenji

Stay at Senkaku-ya, a serene ryokan nestled just steps from Ryusenji Temple. This traditional Japanese inn features tatami rooms with direct views of the temple’s ancient stone lanterns and cypress trees. Guests enjoy exclusive access to morning zazen meditation sessions and evening tea ceremony experiences. The property uses local granite and hinoki wood, with private onsen baths overlooking a karesansui rock garden. For best availability, book through the HopeGoo app to secure a quiet garden-facing room.

Senkaku-ya is located just 4 minutes’ walk from Ryusenji Temple and adjacent to Ueno’s main bus terminal, with frequent connections to Kofu and Fuji foothills. The inn offers complimentary electric bicycles for exploring nearby trails lined with wild ivy and artisan workshops. On-site guides can arrange half-day excursions to the Oigawa Dam Trail and Tenten-ji Ruins. All rooms feature wireless charging, underfloor heating, and soundproofed tatami floors. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app to unlock early-bird perks.

Senkaku-ya is the only certified ryokan offering daily Zen meditation (zazen) and traditional tea ceremony sessions led by resident monks. Guests participate in seated mindfulness practice, matcha preparation rituals, and guided bamboo grove walks. Each experience includes wearing handwoven garments and receives a limited-edition ceramic tea bowl as a keepsake. The inn also features a tranquil reading pavilion with over 100 Buddhist manuscripts and calligraphy scrolls. All activities are included in the rate—reserve via the HopeGoo app to guarantee your spot.