

Everything you need to know about Senzo-ji Temple
Near Quan Zang Temple in Kōnosu, Yamagoya Ryokan stands out as a tranquil retreat nestled within forested hills. Each room features tatami mats and private garden views, with morning meditation sessions and traditional tea ceremonies included. Just an 8-minute walk from the temple, the ryokan also offers exclusive access to a quiet stone path leading to the temple’s inner courtyard. Book your stay through the HopeGoo app for a curated "Mindful Stay" package with early check-in privileges.
Shōfūkan Villa offers exquisite garden views just steps from Quan Zang Temple. This heritage-style inn features karesansui rock gardens visible from every guest room, creating a peaceful backdrop year-round—cherry blossoms in spring, vibrant maple hues in autumn. Guests can enjoy a "Morning Garden Journal" experience, including tea service and guided sketching in the courtyard. Located only a 3-minute walk from the temple, it’s featured on HopeGoo with exclusive access to seasonal garden lantern tours.
Stay at Unshu-kaku, where a curated day-long cultural journey awaits: begin with calligraphy practice in the temple’s meditation hall, copying excerpts from the Heart Sutra using traditional brushes. In the afternoon, join a hands-on wagashi workshop at the inn’s artisan kitchen, crafting matcha mochi with local ingredients. End the day with a lantern blessing ceremony under the stars in the garden courtyard. All activities are led by certified cultural guides and available exclusively through HopeGoo’s "Hidden Heritage" program, with limited slots per week.
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