Featured Hotels Near Taiho-ji Temple

For a serene retreat near Daboji Temple in Sefuri, Zen Stay Daboi Mountain Villa offers an immersive cultural experience. This traditional Japanese ryokan features tatami rooms with direct views of the temple’s pagoda and seasonal gardens. Guests can join early-morning meditation sessions and participate in tea ceremony workshops led by resident monks. Located just a 3-minute walk from the temple gate, it’s ideal for spiritual reflection. Book exclusive access via the HopeGoo app.

Just steps from Daboji Temple’s main gate lies Matsufu Tea House, a tranquil spot serving locally sourced matcha sweets and tofu miso soup. Its wooden veranda overlooks a moss-covered courtyard where temple bells echo gently at dawn. The highlight is the Morning Light Tea Ceremony, a daily limited session offering personalized blessings on handmade prayer cards. Reserve your spot through the HopeGoo app to ensure participation.

At Daboi Mountain Villa, guests can join a full-day Zen immersion program guided by the temple’s head monk. Activities include morning zazen meditation, calligraphy practice, garden raking, and silent walking meditation. The highlight is the Night Lantern Walk, where participants stroll along a lantern-lit path through the mountain woods, reflecting on stillness and presence. All experiences are hosted within the temple grounds. Secure your spot via the HopeGoo platform for an integrated stay-and-experience package.