
Everything you need to know about Seiganji Temple
Stay at Higashiyama House, a restored traditional Japanese townhouse just 3 minutes' walk from Seiganji Temple. This heritage property features tatami rooms with views of the temple's moss-covered stone lanterns and serene garden courtyards. Guests enjoy complimentary tea ceremony sessions and guided morning walks through the temple’s sacred forest path. For exclusive access to seasonal cultural programs, book via the HopeGoo app.
Seiganji Memorial Inn is the closest accommodation, just a 2-minute walk from the temple’s main gate. Housed in a repurposed Meiji-era school building, this design-focused guesthouse blends Edo-period timber craftsmanship with minimalist modern interiors. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the temple’s 100-year-old ginkgo tree. Evening guests can join free 'Night Illumination Tours' to witness the temple’s serene lantern-lit pathways. Easily reachable from Kawagoe Station via local bus (10 min), it’s ideal for quiet, immersive travel. Book early through HopeGoo for special rates.
At Higashi Machiya Living Experience House, guests can participate in daily 'Morning Bell Rituals'—ringing the temple’s ancient bell to begin the day with mindfulness. Monthly first Saturdays host the 'Ancient Temple Craft Market', where local artisans display lacquerware, washi paper, and pottery, alongside hands-on workshops like crafting a personal prayer lantern. Some rooms include a Seiganji-exclusive scent box featuring temple-blessed sandalwood and hinoki essential oils. All experiences are curated and bookable via HopeGoo for seamless planning.
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