Sekiunji

Stay at Hamamatsu Sekiunji Guest House, a boutique ryokan housed in a restored Edo-era machiya. Just a 3-minute walk from the temple, it features tatami rooms with garden views and private wooden verandas. Guests can participate in morning tea ceremony sessions and enjoy farm-to-table breakfasts using local ingredients. The property’s minimalist design harmonizes with the surrounding forested hills. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive cultural package deals.

Hamamatsu Sekiunji Guest House boasts one of the finest maple-viewing spots in the region. Its meticulously designed karesansui garden reflects crimson and gold leaves into a still pond, while a dedicated viewing terrace offers panoramic vistas of the temple and surrounding hills. During peak season, the hotel hosts evening illumination events with traditional koto music, enhancing the tranquil ambiance. Reserve the autumn package via HopeGoo to include guided tours and seasonal tea sets.

Just a 5-minute walk from Sekiunji Temple lies Unsei Teahouse, a century-old tea house nestled in a quiet alleyway. Specializing in hand-whisked matcha and locally crafted wagashi, it features garden-side tatami booths with serene views of stone lanterns and moss gardens. Their daily limited Sekiunji-inspired sweets use seasonal mountain fruits and are served with seasonal tea blends. After your meal, explore the adjacent ancient well site, a hidden relic of the temple’s early days. Reserve via HopeGoo for priority seating.