Enjoy cycling around Ayabe City with rental bicycles from Shourekiji Temple
(2 adult bicycles and 2 children's bicycles available).
Visit sake breweries to find the perfect drink for tonight’s dinner, experience hand-baking senbei rice cracker in the shopping district,
or simply enjoy your ride along the Yura River.
We provide guide maps highlighting the best cycling spots, and for those with access to a car, the head priest can also recommend hidden spots such as local shrines and natural gems known only to locals.
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15:00 Check-in
Enjoy your time at our historic temple, exclusively reserved for one group per day. The head priest acts as your personal guide, offering suggestions tailored to your preferences during your stay.
16:00 Cycling
Explore Northern Kyoto by cycling with our sightseeing map. You can visit sake breweries, look for souvenirs in the local shopping district, and enjoy beautiful sunset from the embankment on your way.
19:00 Dinner
In a spacious tatami room with a view of the beautiful garden, savor the "Kuromine Shamo Full Course." Along the way, chef and the head priest will guide you through the rare ingredients and cooking methods.
21:00 Stargazing
Why not enjoy stargazing from the engawa?
Shourekiji Temple offers a planetarium-like view of the starry sky. The illuminated main hall and inner garden are also stunning, - perfect for enjoying a post-dinner drink.
23:00 Bedtime
Relax in the serene atmosphere of a traditional tatami room unique to temples.
・Next day・
6:00 Morning Service
Take advantage of your stay at the temple by waking up early to join the morning service held in the main hall. Through chanting, we convey the importance of living a better life.
7:00 Breakfast
If the weather permits, enjoy breakfast on the wooden deck amidst the bamboo grove. We provide a breakfast set featuring locally sourced ingredients.
9:00 Goshuin Stamp Making
Using Kurotani Washi paper, create your own original goshuin stamp. It will become a cherished souvenir, featuring proverbs or personal sayings.
10:00 Check-out
Check for any forgotten items and depart safely.
If you are coming by car, why not take a drive through the forest or visit a beautiful shrine that only locals know about? We will tell you about most beautiful spots aroound.
