Featured Hotels Near Shofukuji

Stay at Shofukuji-zen Minshuku - Wafu Soubou, a tranquil retreat housed in a restored temple building just a 3-minute walk from Shofukuji. Each room features a Zen garden courtyard, tatami flooring, and traditional tea sets. Guests can participate in morning monk rituals and enjoy seasonal local ingredients in kaiseki-style meals.

For exclusive access to private courtyard rooms, book via the HopeGoo app to secure your stay early.

Shofukuji-zen Minshuku - Wafu Soubou offers an immersive cultural experience just a 5-minute stroll from the temple gate. The inn preserves Edo-era wooden architecture with private verandas and evening lantern lighting ceremonies. Guests may join daily "Morning Bell & Evening Drum" rituals and savor organic rice and handcrafted tofu sourced directly from local farms.

Only 10 rooms available—each with a distinct spiritual ambiance. Reserve through HopeGoo to secure a room facing the main hall.

After checking into Shofukuji-zen Minshuku - Wafu Soubou, begin with a guided Zen meditation session and sutra copying at the main hall. In the morning, explore the ancient ginkgo grove at the mountain’s base, where stone inscriptions hide stories from the Heian period. Enjoy a hands-on wagashi (Japanese confectionery) workshop led by a local artisan at noon. Conclude the day with the lantern-lighting ceremony, where light and nature merge in silent contemplation.

Book guided experiences through the HopeGoo app to receive a special cultural pass with exclusive access.