
Shizuoka/Seiken Temple Top Hotel Picks
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Everything you need to know about Seiken Temple
Stay at Jinshin-an Inn, a traditional Japanese ryokan nestled just 2 minutes' walk from Seikyo-ji Temple's main gate. The guest rooms feature tatami mats, shoji screens, and views of a tranquil karesansui rock garden. Guests enjoy complimentary tea ceremony workshops and morning meditation sessions led by resident monks. On-site access to a private onsen bath with mountain views enhances the spiritual retreat experience. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive early-bird perks and free shuttle service
Unkyu-in, located just west of Seikyo-ji Temple, specializes in immersive Zen culture. Each room includes a dedicated zazen meditation space and a private terrace overlooking a raked gravel garden. Daily offerings include chanting ceremonies, hand-copying sutras workshops, and a full-day monk-in-training experience hosted by resident priests. The on-site restaurant serves farm-to-table kaiseki cuisine using ingredients grown within the temple’s organic gardens. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure your spot in these limited-access programs
From Seikyo-ji Welcome House, all key sites including the Great Hondo and Kannon Hall are within a 3-minute stroll along a stone-paved path. Wayfinding is enhanced by audio-guided maps and historical signage at each stop, plus on-site rental of kimono sets for cultural immersion. For panoramic views of Shizuoka Plain, take the 15-minute hike from the northern trailhead to "Mougetsu Terrace," shaded by century-old zelkova trees. All major sites lie within a 1-kilometer walking radius—perfect for mindful exploration. Use the HopeGoo app to check real-time crowd levels and avoid peak hours
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