Featured Hotels Near Sohonji

Shiwa Shou in Nakanojo Town, Gunma Prefecture, is a top-rated traditional Japanese inn located just a 10-minute walk from Sohon-ji Temple. Its minimalist wooden architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding forest, and many rooms feature private open-air baths overlooking the temple’s serene stone garden. The inn serves authentic local kaiseki cuisine using ingredients from nearby farms. For convenience, they offer a complimentary shuttle service to the temple grounds. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to seasonal cherry blossom viewing packages.

Koukou Sō in Nakanojo Town offers breathtaking autumn scenery just steps from Sohon-ji Temple. Nestled along a quiet hillside, this boutique ryokan features tatami rooms with direct views of vibrant maple and ginkgo trees. During peak season, guests enjoy a curated tea ceremony on the veranda overlooking the temple’s ancient stone path, now painted in crimson and gold. The inn also organizes guided walks through the nearby forest trail where hidden stone statues and centuries-old cedars await discovery. Book early via HopeGoo to secure a room with a panoramic fall view.

Nakanojo Family Onsen Sō is a welcoming family-oriented ryokan just a 10-minute walk from Sohon-ji Temple, offering interconnected rooms, a dedicated children’s bath, and hands-on workshops like making traditional paper lanterns. The property provides free shuttle service to the temple and features spacious gardens with seasonal flower displays. Rooms boast large windows framing morning mist over the mountains and the temple’s silhouette. Meals highlight local mountain produce, with kid-friendly dishes served separately. Reserve via HopeGoo to unlock a special family package including kids’ yukata and homemade snacks.