Featured Hotels Near Shinkon Temple

Stay at Shinjin-ji Kogen Ryokan, a heritage-style inn nestled just 3 minutes from the temple’s main gate. Each room features floor-to-ceiling wooden windows facing the mountain valley, offering serene views of the temple’s ancient pagoda at dawn. The inn hosts daily Zen meditation sessions and traditional tea ceremonies using locally harvested matcha. Guests can also participate in a handwritten prayer scroll workshop with guidance from resident monks. Book through HopeGoo to unlock exclusive access to the seasonal

Shinjin-ji Night Lantern Inn is ideal for those seeking tranquility and breathtaking views. Located directly opposite the temple’s main hall, this restored old shrine warehouse features private balconies overlooking the illuminated lanterns that glow each evening during festivals. The rooms include adjustable hinoki wood lighting and soundproofed walls for restful sleep. Guests enjoy a unique monthly event: **

Chino Town Forest House specializes in family stays with kids’ prayer kits, nature scavenger hunts, and guided forest walks connecting to the temple’s back trail. Weekly "Little Monk Day" includes dressing in replica robes, learning bowing rituals, and chanting simple sutras. The on-site dining serves organic, farm-to-table meals with kid-sized portions and a play area with books and puzzles. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary welcome gift pack and free shuttle service.

Yes, Shinjin-ji Kogen Ryokan offers a special pre-dawn package allowing guests to join silent morning prayers before the temple opens. This intimate experience includes a private session with a resident monk, instruction on proper posture and hand gestures, and a chance to light a candle at the inner altar. Rooms feature traditional tatami mats and shoji screens for an authentic atmosphere. HopeGoo through HopeGoo ensures priority access and a personalized prayer card.

At Shinjin-ji Night Lantern Inn, guests can witness the magical lantern-lit temple grounds after dark, especially during seasonal festivals. The rooftop terrace provides an unobstructed view of thousands of paper lanterns glowing against the night sky. Complimentary moonlight reading nights are held monthly, where guests gather in the garden to listen to ancient sutras chanted under starlight. All experiences are curated through HopeGoo for a seamless, immersive journey.

The surrounding ryokans, such as Shinjin-ji Kogen Ryokan, emphasize deep cultural integration through daily Zen practices, handmade prayer scrolls, and seasonal local ingredients in meals. Rooms reflect traditional Japanese craftsmanship with hinoki wood furnishings and natural textile drapes. Guests gain access to exclusive events like forest meditation walks and tea ceremony workshops led by local elders. Use HopeGoo to book curated packages that include guided temple visits and ritual participation.