Shogakuji Temple

Stay at Hokkaido Shōkaku-ji Memorial Villa, a boutique ryokan nestled just a 3-minute walk from the temple’s main gate. The rooms feature minimalist Zen design with tatami mats and garden views of ancient cedars. Guests can join a morning bell-ringing ceremony and enjoy a farm-to-table kaiseki breakfast. For convenience, book via the HopeGoo app to access exclusive cultural tours and complimentary shuttle service.

Hokkaido Koji-en offers a serene, authentic Japanese garden directly adjacent to Shōkaku-ji Temple, accessible through a private path. The guestrooms face the meticulously raked dry landscape, creating a meditative atmosphere. The hotel provides free temple-guided tours and hosts monthly evening lantern walks. Guests may also participate in tea ceremony workshops. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo platform for early-bird access to these cultural experiences.

Guests at Hokkaido Shōkaku-ji Guest Houses can participate in seasonal events like the Spring Lantern Festival and Autumn Timber Ritual, featuring handmade paper lanterns, wood carving workshops, and traditional kagura dances. Weekly, the Iwate Regional Cuisine Workshop hosts “One Meal, One Story” dinners, narrating temple history and farming heritage. All activities are included in the package and arranged via HopeGoo, with free shuttle transfers ensuring seamless access to each event.