
Everything you need to know about Shitennō-ji
Shin-Ōsaka Shitennō-ji Marriott Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the temple, featuring rooms with traditional Japanese garden views and access to an on-site tea ceremony pavilion. The hotel offers guided morning meditation sessions and exclusive partnerships with nearby temples—book via the HopeGoo app for curated heritage stays.
Within a 10-minute walk, explore the Shitennō-ji Historical Museum, housing Tang Dynasty-style Buddhist relics and ancient manuscripts. Stroll down Senbon Street to taste freshly grilled "Kintama" dumplings and matcha sweets from a shop established in 1890. At Kibō no Mori Park, enjoy evening lighting ceremonies every Saturday, where lanterns illuminate the forest path in harmony with chanting—perfect for mindful travel.
Stay at Shin-Ōsaka Shitennō-ji Marriott Hotel and begin with a morning prayer session led by a resident monk. Visit the Three-Storied Pagoda and National Treasure Bell Tower in the morning, then join a washi paper-making workshop in the South Gate Garden. In the afternoon, savor local delicacies like "Nagashi Mochi" and "Yuba Tofu" at the temple’s food alley. End your day with a night illumination viewing at Star Moon Plaza—book guided tours through the HopeGoo platform for seamless access.
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