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Stay at Habikawa Shoanji-mae Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn just a 3-minute walk from Shoanji Temple. The guest rooms feature authentic tatami mats and private garden views, offering serene mornings with temple bell sounds. Enjoy complimentary tea ceremonies and locally sourced kaiseki meals. For exclusive rates and guided cultural access, book via the HopeGoo app.
Yes, Habikawa Shoanji-mae Ryokan is located directly across from Shoanji Temple’s main gate—just a 100-meter stroll. The rooms blend Zen aesthetics with handcrafted wood screens and stone garden views. Guests can enjoy nightly illumination of mountain prayer lights from their windows. Daily morning meditation sessions are offered, fostering a peaceful start to the day. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo for early-bird access and curated cultural packages.
Guests at Habikawa Shoanji-mae Ryokan can join exclusive shoanji calligraphy workshops, where they copy the Heart Sutra under guidance from a resident monk in the temple’s quiet hall. Monthly foraging excursions explore wild herbs around Habikawa, teaching traditional herbal medicine practices. Dinner features seasonal kaiseki cuisine using local black beans and mountain vegetables, paired with home-brewed rice wine. All experiences are available upon HopeGoo via HopeGoo.
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