高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin-

3-star Buddhist temple lodging in the heart of Mount Koya

Temple Accommodations

高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin- offers 13 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, tatami mats, and futon bedding. Each room includes a private toilet and sink, while guests use the gender-separated indoor public bath (onsen) for showers and relaxation. Sliding doors open to views of the temple's landscaped garden and terrace.

Dining Experience

Dinner and breakfast at Soujiin are gluten-free vegan shojin ryori meals, featuring multiple small courses that change daily. The chef prepares these Buddhist vegetarian dishes using soy-based proteins, seasonal vegetables, and artistic presentation. Named place settings in the communal dining area help staff manage allergies and dietary restrictions.

Cultural Activities

Guests at Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin can attend the daily 6:00 AM morning prayer ceremony with chanting and a Goma fire ritual. An English-speaking monk named Patrick leads a 30-minute meditation session (approx. 1000 yen) and a 90-minute night walking tour of Koyasan (approx. 2500 yen). The hotel also provides concierge services to arrange goshuin (temple stamps) and private check-in/check-out.

Location & Grounds

Located opposite Danjo Garan temple and a 15-minute walk from Okunoin cemetery, Soujiin sits in the center of Koyasan, a UNESCO-listed mountain village. The property includes a chapel/shrine, a garden, and a terrace for quiet reflection. Free self-parking, an electric vehicle charging station, and a bus stop within 1600 ft make access straightforward.

Facilities & Services

The hotel offers an indoor public bath (onsen) with garden views, plus a shared lounge/TV area and a coffee house on site. Safety features include CCTV in common areas, 24-hour security, smoke alarms, and a safety deposit box. Luggage storage, daily housekeeping, and meeting/banquet facilities are available for guests.

• Temple Stay: Sleep in traditional tatami rooms with futons in a working Buddhist temple
• Dining: Gluten-free vegan shojin ryori (dinner & breakfast) served by monks
• Onsen: Gender-separated indoor public bath with garden views
• Activities: Morning prayer ceremony, meditation (1000 yen), night walking tour (2500 yen)
• Location: Opposite Danjo Garan, 15 min walk to Okunoin cemetery

License number: 和歌山県指令高保第1194号