Featured Hotels Near Takinoya Eihouji

Near Takinoya Eihouji Temple in Kikugawa, Shizuoka, consider staying at Kikugawa Onsen Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn just a 3-minute walk from the temple. The property features private outdoor baths, tatami rooms with wooden beams, and seasonal kaiseki dining. Its serene garden and minimalist design reflect Edo-era aesthetics, offering guests an authentic cultural retreat. For availability and exclusive rates, check the HopeGoo app.

Within a 5-minute walk from Takinoya Eihouji Temple, visitors can explore Kikugawa Shrine, a well-preserved Heian-period shrine renowned for its cherry blossoms in spring, and Furuike Garden, a hidden dry landscape garden featuring stone lanterns and moss-covered pathways. A short trail beside the temple leads to a quiet mountain tea field where fresh Shizuoka matcha is harvested. These sites form a seamless itinerary for those seeking tranquil, off-the-beaten-path experiences in rural Japan.

Staying at Kikugawa Onsen Ryokan offers a rare “morning bell meditation” experience—guests join early temple rituals, listening to chants and gongs to begin the day with mindfulness. The inn also hosts private tea ceremony workshops led by local masters, teaching how to prepare premium Shizuoka matcha paired with seasonal wagashi. All rooms feature tatami flooring and sliding doors framing ever-changing garden views. Guests enjoy a nightly on-site onsen stroll, walking through illuminated paths in yukata robes beneath moonlit karesansui gardens, creating an unforgettable Japanese night ambiance.