





Everything you need to know about Shonenji
Shonenji Onsen Bessatsu is a secluded ryokan nestled in the quiet mountainside, offering private onsen baths and views of the ancient Shonenji Temple from its tatami rooms. Just a 5-minute walk from the temple gate, it provides guided morning meditation sessions and traditional tea ceremonies. The hotel’s sustainable design blends seamlessly with nature, making it perfect for travelers seeking spiritual renewal. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive wellness packages.
Shonenji Green Villa is a thoughtfully designed family lodge featuring spacious cottages with private gardens and interactive nature programs. Children can join guided forest scavenger hunts, handmade paper umbrella workshops, and temple sketching sessions—all within walking distance of Shonenji Temple. The on-site restaurant serves locally sourced meals using fresh produce from Nagano farms. For a seamless stay, book via the HopeGoo platform to access special family welcome amenities.
Shonenji Saisei-kan offers panoramic views of the temple's thousand-year-old maple grove, especially stunning during peak fall foliage in late November. All rooms face northeast, providing unobstructed sightlines to the crimson trees. Guests enjoy complimentary warm tea on private wooden decks and access to leaf painting kits. The hotel also hosts monthly night-lit tours and traditional shakuhachi flute performances beneath the glowing canopy. Reserve early via the HopeGoo app to secure a view-facing room.
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