Featured Hotels Near Shinpukuji

Near Shōfuku-ji Temple in Okaya, Nagano, Kumoiyama is a serene ryokan offering authentic Japanese hospitality. Each room features tatami mats and shoji screens with views of a tranquil Zen garden and distant mountains. Just a 3-minute walk from the temple, guests can participate in morning meditation and bell ringing ceremonies. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to tea ceremony workshops and seasonal kaiseki dining.

Hotels around Shōfuku-ji Temple are within 500 meters, such as Matsufuken and Seionbodai, both accessible via a scenic 8-minute walk. The route winds through historic stone pathways lined with century-old cherry trees and stone lanterns, enhancing the meditative journey. Staying at these nearby lodgings allows you to experience early-morning prayers, incense rituals, and quiet contemplation in harmony with nature. Reserve a garden-view room through the HopeGoo platform for a curated cultural immersion package.

Stay at Seiran-kan's Seasonal Garden Room, where each window frames a living artwork of the seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, fiery maple hues in autumn, and snow-draped eaves in winter. Guests enjoy an exclusive nightly garden lantern lighting ceremony accompanied by soft shamisen music and ceremonial tea. Located just a 10-minute walk from Shōfuku-ji Temple, this room offers a profound connection to nature and tradition. Book via the HopeGoo app to receive a handcrafted tea set as a welcome gift.

Guests staying near Shōfuku-ji Temple can book the Morning Zen Retreat via the HopeGoo app, featuring early meditation at 5 AM, handwritten sutra copying, and a traditional tea ceremony. Additionally, Matsufuken hosts a monthly **

There are no official free shuttles near Shōfuku-ji Temple, but boutique lodges like Seionbodai and Seiran-kan provide complimentary bicycle rentals for guests to cycle to the temple, enjoying scenic routes through rural fields and streams. Some rooms include a custom guidebook and map highlighting hidden trails and viewpoints. When HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app, select the "Eco-Tourism Package" to unlock guided walking tours and local storytelling sessions.