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Shinshu Zenkoji Yakioin

Nagano City, Nagano
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Just a three-minute walk from Zenko-ji Temple, this well-located, traditional accommodation was originally built as Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenko-ji Temple was established.

Guest review score

Excellent
Reviews: 39
4.3

Access

Zenkojishita Station
10 min walk
Hongo Station
5 min drive
Shiyakusho-mae Station
6 min drive

Property facilities

  • Vending machine
  • Grand bath
  • Parking lot
  • Multipurpose room
  • Meal considerations (allergies)
  • Home delivery

Explore our rooms and plans

Price (low to high)
5 room types
[No window] 8 tatami Japanese-style room
No smoking
13.0 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Morning Gourd and 12-item Vegetarian Cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £102.46
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Overnight stay with breakfast included] Experienc [Breakfast]

    ~Encounter a side of Zenkoji you've probably never seen before~ The "Asaji" begins at sunrise in the main hall, and is a solemn memorial service performed by monks from all over Zenkoji Temple. It is held 365 days a year, rain or shine. ▲What is the Asaji▼ Zenkoji is a non-sectarian temple, but it is protected by Tendai and Jodo sect temples within the temple. The Asaji also has one memorial service for each sect. Each service lasts about 30 minutes (1 hour). The start time of the Asaji changes in minutes according to sunrise. If you wish, the head priest or a Zenkoji official guide will guide you to the Asaji the next morning (free of charge). *Zazen and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for Zazen.) *You will need to purchase a 1200 yen common ticket or a 600 yen inner sanctuary ticket to attend the Asaji. 〇Ticket to the main hall (+600 yen) 〇Eko (+3000 yen) Eko is a morning event where you can enter the inner hall and have your name and request read out in front of the Buddha. 〇Copying sutras (+5500 yen) Copying sutras is, as the name suggests, copying sutras. We will provide a brush, inkstone, and writing pad. If you have special preferences for brushes and ink, please bring your own. (Time required: approx. 60 minutes) {Schedule on the day of the morning service} 05:00 Wake up and gather (varies depending on the season) 05:30 Participate in morning service (main hall) *Optional participation (time varies depending on the season) 07:20 Breakfast *After morning service has ended. 08:00 Visiting the temple gate, strolling around Nakamise, Zen meditation, copying sutras, etc. 10:00 Check out ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our clinic)=== Buddhist lodgings are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji temple worshippers." Please relax within our clini

    £102.46
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
  • Shojin/iron pot cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Dinner
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Basic one night stay with two meals] A relaxing t [Breakfast] [Dinner]

    There are 39 lodgings at Zenkoji Temple, each with its own hall and chief priest. Our lodgings are conveniently located, just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji Temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a disciplined and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. [Dinner] 18:00-20:00 [Breakfast] 07:30-09:00 ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ If you plan to participate in the morning service, please let us know in advance. A Zenkoji Temple official guide will guide you around Zenkoji Temple free of charge. ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ ※Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation) ※For morning services, you will need to purchase a combined ticket for 1200 yen or an inner sanctuary ticket for 600 yen. A Zenkoji public guide will guide you. ○ Bath Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【Time】16:00-21:00 ※Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our inn)=== Bedroom lodgings are different from general hotels and inns. For those looking for first-class customer service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji worshippers." Please relax within our rules. ・Curfew 21:00 ・There is no front desk. *Please feel free to call or speak to us. ・Toilets and bathrooms are shared. ・Please be considerate of other guests after 21:00, which is be

    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Zenkoji
    Meal
    Japanese breakfast
    Japanese dinner
    Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cash only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £146.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Recommended! Special experience plan [Japanese breakfast] [Japanese dinner]

    Cash only

    This plan includes accommodation, participation in the Zenkoji temple morning service, and the special prayer fee (2,000 yen) (payment only on-site). This is a special plan only available to those staying at Shinshu Zenkoji Yakuoin. In addition to staying at the temple lodge, a guide from Yakuoin will guide you through the history and origins of Zenkoji temple while touring the grounds and main hall of Zenkoji temple. You will also participate in the solemn morning memorial service that is held at Zenkoji temple every day of the year, starting at sunrise, and a monk will recite a prayer in the inner sanctuary at the innermost part of the main hall, which is never open to the public. *Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation.) Zenkoji temple has 39 temple lodges, each with its own hall and chief priest. Among them, our temple is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a regular and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. 【 Dinner 】18:00-20:00 【 Breakfast 】07:30-09:00 ○ Baths Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【 Hours 】16:00-21:00 *Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the Shukubo (our inn)=== Shukubo are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and

    £146.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Japanese breakfast
    • Japanese dinner
    Dining locations
    • Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Cash only
Room details

[No window] (13 square meters) [Japanese room] [Non-smoking]

No smoking
13.0 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
Western-style corner king bed
No smoking
13.0 m²
Max 2 adults / 1 child
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Morning Gourd and 12-item Vegetarian Cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £102.46
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Overnight stay with breakfast included] Experienc [Breakfast]

    ~Encounter a side of Zenkoji you've probably never seen before~ The "Asaji" begins at sunrise in the main hall, and is a solemn memorial service performed by monks from all over Zenkoji Temple. It is held 365 days a year, rain or shine. ▲What is the Asaji▼ Zenkoji is a non-sectarian temple, but it is protected by Tendai and Jodo sect temples within the temple. The Asaji also has one memorial service for each sect. Each service lasts about 30 minutes (1 hour). The start time of the Asaji changes in minutes according to sunrise. If you wish, the head priest or a Zenkoji official guide will guide you to the Asaji the next morning (free of charge). *Zazen and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for Zazen.) *You will need to purchase a 1200 yen common ticket or a 600 yen inner sanctuary ticket to attend the Asaji. 〇Ticket to the main hall (+600 yen) 〇Eko (+3000 yen) Eko is a morning event where you can enter the inner hall and have your name and request read out in front of the Buddha. 〇Copying sutras (+5500 yen) Copying sutras is, as the name suggests, copying sutras. We will provide a brush, inkstone, and writing pad. If you have special preferences for brushes and ink, please bring your own. (Time required: approx. 60 minutes) {Schedule on the day of the morning service} 05:00 Wake up and gather (varies depending on the season) 05:30 Participate in morning service (main hall) *Optional participation (time varies depending on the season) 07:20 Breakfast *After morning service has ended. 08:00 Visiting the temple gate, strolling around Nakamise, Zen meditation, copying sutras, etc. 10:00 Check out ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our clinic)=== Buddhist lodgings are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji temple worshippers." Please relax within our clini

    £102.46
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
  • Shojin/iron pot cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Dinner
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Basic one night stay with two meals] A relaxing t [Breakfast] [Dinner]

    There are 39 lodgings at Zenkoji Temple, each with its own hall and chief priest. Our lodgings are conveniently located, just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji Temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a disciplined and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. [Dinner] 18:00-20:00 [Breakfast] 07:30-09:00 ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ If you plan to participate in the morning service, please let us know in advance. A Zenkoji Temple official guide will guide you around Zenkoji Temple free of charge. ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ ※Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation) ※For morning services, you will need to purchase a combined ticket for 1200 yen or an inner sanctuary ticket for 600 yen. A Zenkoji public guide will guide you. ○ Bath Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【Time】16:00-21:00 ※Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our inn)=== Bedroom lodgings are different from general hotels and inns. For those looking for first-class customer service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji worshippers." Please relax within our rules. ・Curfew 21:00 ・There is no front desk. *Please feel free to call or speak to us. ・Toilets and bathrooms are shared. ・Please be considerate of other guests after 21:00, which is be

    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Zenkoji
    Meal
    Japanese breakfast
    Japanese dinner
    Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cash only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £146.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Recommended! Special experience plan [Japanese breakfast] [Japanese dinner]

    Cash only

    This plan includes accommodation, participation in the Zenkoji temple morning service, and the special prayer fee (2,000 yen) (payment only on-site). This is a special plan only available to those staying at Shinshu Zenkoji Yakuoin. In addition to staying at the temple lodge, a guide from Yakuoin will guide you through the history and origins of Zenkoji temple while touring the grounds and main hall of Zenkoji temple. You will also participate in the solemn morning memorial service that is held at Zenkoji temple every day of the year, starting at sunrise, and a monk will recite a prayer in the inner sanctuary at the innermost part of the main hall, which is never open to the public. *Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation.) Zenkoji temple has 39 temple lodges, each with its own hall and chief priest. Among them, our temple is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a regular and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. 【 Dinner 】18:00-20:00 【 Breakfast 】07:30-09:00 ○ Baths Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【 Hours 】16:00-21:00 *Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the Shukubo (our inn)=== Shukubo are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and

    £146.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Japanese breakfast
    • Japanese dinner
    Dining locations
    • Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Cash only
Room details

Western-style corner king bed (9 square meters) [Twin room] [Non-smoking]

No smoking
13.0 m²
Max 2 adults / 1 child
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
Standard Japanese-style room
No smoking
Max 4 adults / 3 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Morning Gourd and 12-item Vegetarian Cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £113.97
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Overnight stay with breakfast included] Experienc [Breakfast]

    ~Encounter a side of Zenkoji you've probably never seen before~ The "Asaji" begins at sunrise in the main hall, and is a solemn memorial service performed by monks from all over Zenkoji Temple. It is held 365 days a year, rain or shine. ▲What is the Asaji▼ Zenkoji is a non-sectarian temple, but it is protected by Tendai and Jodo sect temples within the temple. The Asaji also has one memorial service for each sect. Each service lasts about 30 minutes (1 hour). The start time of the Asaji changes in minutes according to sunrise. If you wish, the head priest or a Zenkoji official guide will guide you to the Asaji the next morning (free of charge). *Zazen and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for Zazen.) *You will need to purchase a 1200 yen common ticket or a 600 yen inner sanctuary ticket to attend the Asaji. 〇Ticket to the main hall (+600 yen) 〇Eko (+3000 yen) Eko is a morning event where you can enter the inner hall and have your name and request read out in front of the Buddha. 〇Copying sutras (+5500 yen) Copying sutras is, as the name suggests, copying sutras. We will provide a brush, inkstone, and writing pad. If you have special preferences for brushes and ink, please bring your own. (Time required: approx. 60 minutes) {Schedule on the day of the morning service} 05:00 Wake up and gather (varies depending on the season) 05:30 Participate in morning service (main hall) *Optional participation (time varies depending on the season) 07:20 Breakfast *After morning service has ended. 08:00 Visiting the temple gate, strolling around Nakamise, Zen meditation, copying sutras, etc. 10:00 Check out ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our clinic)=== Buddhist lodgings are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji temple worshippers." Please relax within our clini

    £113.97
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
  • Shojin/iron pot cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Dinner
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £136.97
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Basic one night stay with two meals] A relaxing t [Breakfast] [Dinner]

    There are 39 lodgings at Zenkoji Temple, each with its own hall and chief priest. Our lodgings are conveniently located, just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji Temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a disciplined and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. [Dinner] 18:00-20:00 [Breakfast] 07:30-09:00 ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ If you plan to participate in the morning service, please let us know in advance. A Zenkoji Temple official guide will guide you around Zenkoji Temple free of charge. ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ ※Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation) ※For morning services, you will need to purchase a combined ticket for 1200 yen or an inner sanctuary ticket for 600 yen. A Zenkoji public guide will guide you. ○ Bath Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【Time】16:00-21:00 ※Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our inn)=== Bedroom lodgings are different from general hotels and inns. For those looking for first-class customer service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji worshippers." Please relax within our rules. ・Curfew 21:00 ・There is no front desk. *Please feel free to call or speak to us. ・Toilets and bathrooms are shared. ・Please be considerate of other guests after 21:00, which is be

    £136.97
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Zenkoji
    Meal
    Japanese breakfast
    Japanese dinner
    Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cash only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £157.88
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Recommended! Special experience plan [Japanese breakfast] [Japanese dinner]

    Cash only

    This plan includes accommodation, participation in the Zenkoji temple morning service, and the special prayer fee (2,000 yen) (payment only on-site). This is a special plan only available to those staying at Shinshu Zenkoji Yakuoin. In addition to staying at the temple lodge, a guide from Yakuoin will guide you through the history and origins of Zenkoji temple while touring the grounds and main hall of Zenkoji temple. You will also participate in the solemn morning memorial service that is held at Zenkoji temple every day of the year, starting at sunrise, and a monk will recite a prayer in the inner sanctuary at the innermost part of the main hall, which is never open to the public. *Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation.) Zenkoji temple has 39 temple lodges, each with its own hall and chief priest. Among them, our temple is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a regular and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. 【 Dinner 】18:00-20:00 【 Breakfast 】07:30-09:00 ○ Baths Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【 Hours 】16:00-21:00 *Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the Shukubo (our inn)=== Shukubo are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and

    £157.88
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Japanese breakfast
    • Japanese dinner
    Dining locations
    • Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Cash only
Room details

(16 square meters) [Standard] [Japanese room] [Non-smoking]

No smoking
Max 4 adults / 3 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
Special Japanese-style room [Hakuba]
No smoking
32.4 m²
Max 5 adults / 3 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Morning Gourd and 12-item Vegetarian Cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Overnight stay with breakfast included] Experienc [Breakfast]

    ~Encounter a side of Zenkoji you've probably never seen before~ The "Asaji" begins at sunrise in the main hall, and is a solemn memorial service performed by monks from all over Zenkoji Temple. It is held 365 days a year, rain or shine. ▲What is the Asaji▼ Zenkoji is a non-sectarian temple, but it is protected by Tendai and Jodo sect temples within the temple. The Asaji also has one memorial service for each sect. Each service lasts about 30 minutes (1 hour). The start time of the Asaji changes in minutes according to sunrise. If you wish, the head priest or a Zenkoji official guide will guide you to the Asaji the next morning (free of charge). *Zazen and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for Zazen.) *You will need to purchase a 1200 yen common ticket or a 600 yen inner sanctuary ticket to attend the Asaji. 〇Ticket to the main hall (+600 yen) 〇Eko (+3000 yen) Eko is a morning event where you can enter the inner hall and have your name and request read out in front of the Buddha. 〇Copying sutras (+5500 yen) Copying sutras is, as the name suggests, copying sutras. We will provide a brush, inkstone, and writing pad. If you have special preferences for brushes and ink, please bring your own. (Time required: approx. 60 minutes) {Schedule on the day of the morning service} 05:00 Wake up and gather (varies depending on the season) 05:30 Participate in morning service (main hall) *Optional participation (time varies depending on the season) 07:20 Breakfast *After morning service has ended. 08:00 Visiting the temple gate, strolling around Nakamise, Zen meditation, copying sutras, etc. 10:00 Check out ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our clinic)=== Buddhist lodgings are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji temple worshippers." Please relax within our clini

    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
  • Shojin/iron pot cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Dinner
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £148.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Basic one night stay with two meals] A relaxing t [Breakfast] [Dinner]

    There are 39 lodgings at Zenkoji Temple, each with its own hall and chief priest. Our lodgings are conveniently located, just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji Temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a disciplined and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. [Dinner] 18:00-20:00 [Breakfast] 07:30-09:00 ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ If you plan to participate in the morning service, please let us know in advance. A Zenkoji Temple official guide will guide you around Zenkoji Temple free of charge. ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ ※Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation) ※For morning services, you will need to purchase a combined ticket for 1200 yen or an inner sanctuary ticket for 600 yen. A Zenkoji public guide will guide you. ○ Bath Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【Time】16:00-21:00 ※Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our inn)=== Bedroom lodgings are different from general hotels and inns. For those looking for first-class customer service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji worshippers." Please relax within our rules. ・Curfew 21:00 ・There is no front desk. *Please feel free to call or speak to us. ・Toilets and bathrooms are shared. ・Please be considerate of other guests after 21:00, which is be

    £148.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Zenkoji
    Meal
    Japanese breakfast
    Japanese dinner
    Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cash only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £169.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Recommended! Special experience plan [Japanese breakfast] [Japanese dinner]

    Cash only

    This plan includes accommodation, participation in the Zenkoji temple morning service, and the special prayer fee (2,000 yen) (payment only on-site). This is a special plan only available to those staying at Shinshu Zenkoji Yakuoin. In addition to staying at the temple lodge, a guide from Yakuoin will guide you through the history and origins of Zenkoji temple while touring the grounds and main hall of Zenkoji temple. You will also participate in the solemn morning memorial service that is held at Zenkoji temple every day of the year, starting at sunrise, and a monk will recite a prayer in the inner sanctuary at the innermost part of the main hall, which is never open to the public. *Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation.) Zenkoji temple has 39 temple lodges, each with its own hall and chief priest. Among them, our temple is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a regular and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. 【 Dinner 】18:00-20:00 【 Breakfast 】07:30-09:00 ○ Baths Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【 Hours 】16:00-21:00 *Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the Shukubo (our inn)=== Shukubo are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and

    £169.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Japanese breakfast
    • Japanese dinner
    Dining locations
    • Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Cash only
Room details

Special (33 square meters) [Japanese room] [Non-smoking]

No smoking
32.4 m²
Max 5 adults / 3 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
Separate Japanese-style room: [Togakushi]
No smoking
17.0 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Morning Gourd and 12-item Vegetarian Cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Price for:
    1 night
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    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Overnight stay with breakfast included] Experienc [Breakfast]

    ~Encounter a side of Zenkoji you've probably never seen before~ The "Asaji" begins at sunrise in the main hall, and is a solemn memorial service performed by monks from all over Zenkoji Temple. It is held 365 days a year, rain or shine. ▲What is the Asaji▼ Zenkoji is a non-sectarian temple, but it is protected by Tendai and Jodo sect temples within the temple. The Asaji also has one memorial service for each sect. Each service lasts about 30 minutes (1 hour). The start time of the Asaji changes in minutes according to sunrise. If you wish, the head priest or a Zenkoji official guide will guide you to the Asaji the next morning (free of charge). *Zazen and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for Zazen.) *You will need to purchase a 1200 yen common ticket or a 600 yen inner sanctuary ticket to attend the Asaji. 〇Ticket to the main hall (+600 yen) 〇Eko (+3000 yen) Eko is a morning event where you can enter the inner hall and have your name and request read out in front of the Buddha. 〇Copying sutras (+5500 yen) Copying sutras is, as the name suggests, copying sutras. We will provide a brush, inkstone, and writing pad. If you have special preferences for brushes and ink, please bring your own. (Time required: approx. 60 minutes) {Schedule on the day of the morning service} 05:00 Wake up and gather (varies depending on the season) 05:30 Participate in morning service (main hall) *Optional participation (time varies depending on the season) 07:20 Breakfast *After morning service has ended. 08:00 Visiting the temple gate, strolling around Nakamise, Zen meditation, copying sutras, etc. 10:00 Check out ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our clinic)=== Buddhist lodgings are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji temple worshippers." Please relax within our clini

    £125.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
  • Shojin/iron pot cuisine
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Dinner
    Price for:
    1 night
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    £148.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Basic one night stay with two meals] A relaxing t [Breakfast] [Dinner]

    There are 39 lodgings at Zenkoji Temple, each with its own hall and chief priest. Our lodgings are conveniently located, just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji Temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a disciplined and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. [Dinner] 18:00-20:00 [Breakfast] 07:30-09:00 ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ If you plan to participate in the morning service, please let us know in advance. A Zenkoji Temple official guide will guide you around Zenkoji Temple free of charge. ━‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━…‥・‥…━ ※Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation) ※For morning services, you will need to purchase a combined ticket for 1200 yen or an inner sanctuary ticket for 600 yen. A Zenkoji public guide will guide you. ○ Bath Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【Time】16:00-21:00 ※Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the temple lodgings (our inn)=== Bedroom lodgings are different from general hotels and inns. For those looking for first-class customer service, the latest facilities, and comfort, some may find it inconvenient, but they are accommodations for "Zenkoji worshippers." Please relax within our rules. ・Curfew 21:00 ・There is no front desk. *Please feel free to call or speak to us. ・Toilets and bathrooms are shared. ・Please be considerate of other guests after 21:00, which is be

    £148.47
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Zenkoji
    Meal
    Japanese breakfast
    Japanese dinner
    Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cash only
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £169.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Recommended! Special experience plan [Japanese breakfast] [Japanese dinner]

    Cash only

    This plan includes accommodation, participation in the Zenkoji temple morning service, and the special prayer fee (2,000 yen) (payment only on-site). This is a special plan only available to those staying at Shinshu Zenkoji Yakuoin. In addition to staying at the temple lodge, a guide from Yakuoin will guide you through the history and origins of Zenkoji temple while touring the grounds and main hall of Zenkoji temple. You will also participate in the solemn morning memorial service that is held at Zenkoji temple every day of the year, starting at sunrise, and a monk will recite a prayer in the inner sanctuary at the innermost part of the main hall, which is never open to the public. *Zen meditation and copying sutras are charged separately. (Please contact us in advance to make a reservation for zazen meditation.) Zenkoji temple has 39 temple lodges, each with its own hall and chief priest. Among them, our temple is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the main hall of Zenkoji temple! Located on the west side, which is considered the most prestigious of the lodgings, this is a traditional lodging that was first built as an Amida Hall 1,400 years ago when Zenkoji Temple was built. Get away from your daily routine and spend time in a regular and peaceful state of mind. ○ Meals Traditional authentic shojin ryori (traditional vegetarian cuisine) using seasonal ingredients. Various and healthy shojin ryori (vegetarian cuisine) will fill you up and tone your body. 【 Dinner 】18:00-20:00 【 Breakfast 】07:30-09:00 ○ Baths Clean, free-flowing water is always available. We have a large tatami-floored bath and a family bath. Men and women can bathe separately. 【 Hours 】16:00-21:00 *Bath times may be assigned depending on the number of guests staying on the day and the operating situation. ===Rules at the Shukubo (our inn)=== Shukubo are different from ordinary hotels and inns. For those who are looking for first-class service, the latest facilities, and

    £169.38
    Taxes & fees incl.
    1 room 2 guests 1 night
    Meals
    • Japanese breakfast
    • Japanese dinner
    Dining locations
    • Dinner (Japanese restaurant)
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Plan restrictions
    • Cash only
Room details

Separate (17 square meters) [Japanese room] [Non-smoking]

No smoking
17.0 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room