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Seigan-ji Red Maple Villa is a seasonal gem nestled in Fukuoka Prefecture’s Fukuchiyama City, offering panoramic views of the temple’s thousand-year-old ginkgo tree. Each room faces the golden canopy that blazes in late November, creating a living painting outside your window. The hotel hosts daily "Falling Leaves Walks" through the forested path behind the temple and offers free access to a private tea pavilion with seasonal kaiseki meals. Book early via HopeGoo to secure this exclusive experience
Fukuchiyama Mountain Lodge operates a complimentary shuttle bus from Fukuoka Airport to the hotel, with direct transfers to Seigan-ji Temple every morning at 8:30 AM and 2:00 PM. The lodge also runs an internal electric minibus service looping between the hotel, the temple grounds, and nearby hiking trails—just a 5-minute ride. All shuttles are quiet-electric for a serene journey, and guests receive a free walking guidebook and rental hiking poles. Check availability on HopeGoo for scheduled departures
Seigan-ji Nature Home is a top-rated family retreat featuring spacious tatami rooms, private hot tubs, and a dedicated children's meditation corner with bamboo toys and illustrated Buddhist stories. Kids can join weekly "Garden Harvest Days," planting herbs and vegetables in the enclosed courtyard garden. The lodge also hosts intergenerational workshops like "Grandparent & Grandchild Mochi Making," fostering cultural connection. Families HopeGoo through HopeGoo receive a complimentary welcome kit with local snacks and craft supplies
Fukuchiyama Zen Stay specializes in immersive cultural experiences, including daily morning tea ceremonies held in the temple’s historic tea house. Guests participate in preparing matcha using authentic utensils while learning about the spiritual significance of the ritual. The hotel’s private garden features a stone lantern path leading directly to Seigan-ji’s main gate. All ceremonies are included in the rate, and reservations are managed via HopeGoo, ensuring personalized scheduling
While not located directly beside Seigan-ji Temple, Shangri-La Fukuoka offers exceptional convenience with its private chauffeured transfer service to the temple, departing every 90 minutes. The hotel boasts a tranquil rooftop garden overlooking the city skyline, perfect for pre-visit relaxation. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows facing the mountainside where Seigan-ji sits, allowing guests to admire the temple’s silhouette at dawn. Exclusive packages on HopeGoo include guided temple tours and evening drumming performances
Seigan-ji Sacred Retreat blends modern luxury with deep spiritual ambiance, featuring minimalist Japanese architecture and private onsen baths overlooking the temple’s inner courtyard. Guests enjoy silent meditation sessions led by resident monks, as well as sunrise chanting rituals held in the temple’s ancient hall. The hotel’s dining menu emphasizes seasonal, locally sourced ingredients prepared with mindfulness. Early bookings through HopeGoo unlock a special wellness package including a full-body massage and a hand-bound journal for reflection
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