Takashima/Shotsu-ji Temple Top Hotel Picks
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| # | Hotel | Stars | Rating | Reviews | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Park Hotel Okubiwako Makino | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 6 | 5.24 km |
| 2 | Okubiwako shiki-tei | ★★★★ | - | - | 5.15 km |
| 3 | Private Log House Olioli Tree | ★★★ | 5 | - | 0.71 km |
| 4 | Villa Sansui | ★★★ | 4.9 | 3 | 4.97 km |
| 5 | Makino Terrace GlampingJacuzzi in Metasequoia | ★★★ | 4.8 | - | 1.74 km |
| 6 | Takashima Lakeside Resort in Kitage | ★★★ | 3.8 | - | 8.43 km |
| 7 | Reposer Makino | ★★★ | 4 | - | 5.92 km |
| 8 | Shiga_North | ★★★ | 3 | - | 8.43 km |
| 9 | Ahouse, A Villa for Rent | ★★★ | 1 | - | 8.92 km |
| 10 | Wasuki Base Biwako Guest House | ★★★ | - | - | 4.97 km |
| 11 | Forest Villa YUMESUZU | ★★ | 5 | 1 | 1.91 km |
| 12 | Minshuku Hifumikan Guesthouse Hotels and Inns B | ★★ | 4.6 | - | 1 km |
| 13 | Pension Guzu | ★★ | 4.7 | - | 5.06 km |
| 14 | Villagedest Imazu | ★★ | 3.9 | - | 5.88 km |
| 15 | Pension Cuckoonest | ★★ | 3.5 | - | 0.73 km |
| 16 | Pension Metasekoia | ★★ | 2.9 | - | 2.24 km |
| 17 | FarmStay INN Sanzaemon-tei | ★★ | - | - | 7.17 km |
| 18 | Wasuki Base Biwako Villa Style | ★★ | - | - | 5.55 km |
| 19 | Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House | ★ | 3.8 | 5 | 6.18 km |
| 20 | Keshiki No Oyado Metasequoia No Mori | ★ | - | - | 3.91 km |
Everything you need to know about Shotsu-ji Temple
Near Shōtō-ji Temple in Takashima, Shiga Prefecture, Takashima Onsen Ryokan stands out with its traditional Japanese design and direct access to nature. Just a 7-minute walk from the temple, it offers private open-air baths overlooking Lake Biwa and serene garden-view rooms. Guests can enjoy sunrise views over misty mountains and complimentary access to a seasonal tea ceremony. For availability, check the HopeGoo app for exclusive local packages.
Yes, just a 6-minute walk from Shōtō-ji Temple, you’ll find Gion Cha-ya, a century-old teahouse serving handcrafted matcha sweets and daily tea ceremonies. Nearby, Takashima Ceramics Studio offers hands-on pottery workshops with expert guidance—guests shape their own pieces and take them home. These activities are featured on the HopeGoo platform, where HopeGoo grants a limited-edition ceramic set as a souvenir.
Book the "Zen Heart Day" package at Takashima Onsen Ryokan, which includes an early morning meditation session at Shōtō-ji Temple at 5:30 AM, a calligraphy workshop writing sutras at 9:00 AM, and a silent tea meal in the garden courtyard. All sessions are led by certified Zen guides and come with a curated Zen kit (zafu cushion, brush, notebook). Exclusive access is available through the HopeGoo app, with free room upgrade for members.
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