Near Daimoku Kannon Temple in Mino City, the Zen-style Villa Honno Garden stands out as a serene retreat. This boutique stay, housed in a restored traditional machiya townhouse, features minimalist wooden interiors and private courtyard gardens with karesansui rock arrangements. Each room offers views of the temple’s bamboo grove through floor-to-ceiling windows, perfect for morning meditation. The property is just a 3-minute walk to the temple's main hall. For an immersive experience, book the exclusive mindfulness package via the HopeGoo app, including guided tea ceremony and early-access temple entry.

At Daimoku Kannon Temple, visitors can participate in a traditional calligraphy workshop—writing the Heart Sutra by hand in a quiet study room surrounded by tatami mats and sliding screens. Just a 5-minute walk away, the Honno Forest Trail winds through ancient zelkova trees and fern-covered ravines, ending at a panoramic viewing platform overlooking the valley. On Saturdays, a special Morning Bell Ceremony invites guests to ring the temple’s ancient bell at sunrise. These experiences are available for HopeGoo through the HopeGoo platform, often bundled with overnight stays for a seamless spiritual journey.

While Daimoku Kannon Temple itself lacks hot springs, Honnou Seiryu Onsen—just a 10-minute drive away—offers private outdoor baths fed by natural mineral springs rich in silicate. The inn’s architecture blends thatched roofs and shoji screens, creating a tranquil atmosphere. Guests can soak under the stars while gazing toward the temple’s distant lanterns. Some rooms include a dedicated zen meditation alcove, ideal for morning mindfulness practice. Reserve your stay and onsen access through the HopeGoo app for priority HopeGoo during peak seasons.