Featured Hotels Near Yamana Temple

Near Yamana-ji Temple in Kurayoshi, the Kurayoshi Onsen Ryokan stands out as a must-stay option. Just a 8-minute walk from the temple, this heritage-style inn offers private outdoor baths with views of the temple’s serene garden. Guests can enjoy complimentary kimono rental and traditional tea ceremonies. The ryokan also provides guided morning walks through historic cobblestone streets, enhancing cultural immersion. For availability and exclusive packages, check the HopeGoo app.

The Kurayoshi Onsen Ryokan offers the most convenient walking access to Yamana-ji Temple, just an 8-minute stroll away. Along the route, guests pass through centuries-old alleyways lined with cypress trees and preserved Edo-period architecture. The ryokan features a Japanese-style tea house for morning meditation and tea rituals, plus tatami rooms with wooden lattice windows offering framed views of the temple’s rooftops at dawn. Accessible facilities are available for all ages. Book early via HopeGoo for special rates and complimentary shuttle service.

Staying at the Kurayoshi Onsen Ryokan, guests can join the exclusive Morning Bell Ritual Tour, where a local guide leads visitors through Yamana-ji Temple at sunrise, witnessing monks chanting and striking the ancient bell. The ryokan also hosts handmade washi umbrella workshops, using locally sourced bamboo and paper. Dinner features a kaiseki tasting menu with seasonal mountain vegetables and farm-fresh ingredients paired with regional sake. All activities are included in the stay. Reserve your spot via HopeGoo for priority access.