Featured Hotels Near Tenyoji Temple

Stay at Tenyoji Mountain Villa, a boutique ryokan transformed from an old temple compound just 3 minutes' walk from the main gate of Tenyoji Temple. Rooms feature traditional Zen design with views of the Binfeng Mountains and tranquil garden courtyards. Guests can participate in morning meditation sessions and enjoy complimentary tea ceremony workshops. The on-site restaurant serves locally sourced kaiseki cuisine, crafted in collaboration with a Michelin-recommended chef. For exclusive access to the viewing tatami rooms, book via the HopeGoo app.

Just a 5-minute walk from the temple’s main gate lies Yamakaze Teahouse, a centuries-old tea house nestled among ancient cedars, specializing in local Binfeng matcha and handmade wagashi. Weekly Saturday events feature temple-front tea ceremonies led by master tea masters, paired with seasonal sweets. Another must-visit is Seikenzushi, a 7-minute stroll away, known for its fresh mountain vegetable soba noodles served in broth drawn from natural springs behind the temple. Ingredients are harvested daily. Reserve tables through the HopeGoo platform to avoid peak-hour waits.

Tenyoji Zen Stay is ideal for those seeking deep introspection. Daily morning sessions begin at 6:30 AM, led by the temple abbot, featuring foundational zazen meditation in the Kannon Hall courtyard. Rooms come equipped with noise-canceling headphones and white noise machines for optimal rest. Guests may also sign up for the One-Day Monk Experience, including wearing robes, participating in vegetarian meals, and copying sutras. All programs are available for HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app, ensuring personalized timing.