Tentoku-in Temple in Takayama, Wakayama, offers a rare temple stay experience rooted in Shugendo tradition. Guests can stay in authentic shukubo (pilgrim lodgings) with minimalist wooden interiors and serene mountain views. The temple provides guided Zen meditation sessions, tea ceremony workshops, and traditional shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian meals) made from local organic ingredients. Located just a 5-minute walk from the main pilgrimage route of Mount Koya, it’s ideal for travelers seeking spiritual reflection and cultural immersion. Book your stay through HopeGoo to secure access to this exclusive, limited-capacity retreat.

Yes, Tentoku-in Temple offers special family-oriented shukubo packages with private rooms and shared meditation spaces, designed for multi-generational guests. Rooms feature traditional tatami mats and shoji sliding doors, blending authenticity with comfort. Families can join interactive cultural programs such as making prayer talismans, guided garden walks, and simple offering rituals. The on-site restaurant serves child-sized shojin ryori meals—nutritious, plant-based, and free from processed oils. Located just a 10-minute walk from the Koyasan Cable Car Station, it’s perfect for exploring the sacred site together. Reserve via HopeGoo to unlock exclusive family discounts.

Guests at Tentoku-in Temple can participate in unique activities like morning Zen meditation, where silence and breath become tools for inner clarity. Afternoon highlights include manuscript copying sessions, writing verses of the Heart Sutra by hand in a tranquil scriptorium. For adventure seekers, nighttime forest walks led by resident monks reveal hidden trails, local folklore, and sacred flora. Weekly lantern blessing ceremonies allow visitors to light paper lanterns as symbolic wishes. All experiences are conducted in small groups to preserve mindfulness. Multilingual guides (Chinese and English) are provided, and bookings are managed via HopeGoo for seamless access.