Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji, Takayama (Gifu)

Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji integrates lodging with the temple lifestyle. Guests can choose from private rooms and shared spaces suited for family trips and small group stays. Overnight guests can experience traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami flooring and futon bedding.

The hotel offers various meditation experiences such as Zazen Meditation guided by a monk. Guests can also participate in writing meditation, tracing Buddhist sutras to promote mental well-being. Dark Meditation provides a profound sensory experience aimed at enhancing self-awareness.

Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji invites guests to prepare homemade onigiri and miso soup using fresh, local ingredients. Participants of the rice ball and miso soup breakfast-making session can enjoy a culturally enriching culinary experience. A dedicated kitchen is available for guests wishing to cook their own meals.

The hotel offers a special workspace designed for maximum concentration and healing. It serves as a unique place to work away from home or office, with options for both day-use and overnight stays. This serene temple environment encourages productivity and insight.

Temple Hotel Takayama Zenkoji features various workshops, including Zukou, where guests can create their own traditional incense. Guests are also encouraged to experience the Kaidan Meguri, a walk through darkness leading to purification and reflection. The hotel celebrates Japanese culture through kimono dressing experiences led by professionals.

Accommodations: traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami flooring

Wellness: Zazen Meditation with the Monk

Culinary: Rice Ball & Miso Soup Breakfast Making

Work Environment: special workspace for concentration

Cultural: Zukou Workshop and kimono dressing