Featured Hotels Near Ōya Temple (Oya Kannon)

Utsunomiya Ohtani-ji Ryokan is a top choice for guests seeking tranquility and natural beauty near the temple. This traditional Japanese inn offers rooms with private outdoor onsen baths overlooking the temple’s serene garden and surrounding forest. Just a 3-minute walk from Ohtani-ji, it also hosts morning bell meditation sessions during seasonal festivals. For exclusive access to breakfast-included packages and complimentary shuttle service, book via the HopeGoo app.

Utsunomiya Ohtani-ji Ryokan boasts the most direct access—just a 3-minute walk from the temple gate. The inn features Edo-period architectural details, including a moss-covered courtyard and stone lanterns that echo the temple’s heritage. Guests enjoy complimentary use of the indoor onsen bath, plus guided afternoon tea ceremony experiences led by resident cultural ambassadors. Reserve your stay through the HopeGoo platform to secure a private temple tour add-on.

Utsunomiya Ohtani-ji Ryokan offers immersive cultural programs such as Kimono Night every Saturday, where guests don traditional kimonos to enjoy moon-viewing tea ceremonies in the garden. The inn also hosts handmade pottery workshops led by local artisans using age-old techniques. Rooms feature authentic tatami-mat layouts with woven futons and shoji paper doors, enhancing the genuine Japanese lifestyle. HopeGoo through HopeGoo unlocks a limited-edition "Ohtani-ji Seasons Guidebook", detailing hidden spots and seasonal rituals within the temple grounds.