Takayama Zenkoji — Temple lodging in Hida Takayama

ABOUT TEMPLE HOTEL

About temple lodging

Takayama Zenkoji (Jodo-shu sect) is a temple that welcomes visitors regardless of nationality, religion, or gender. It is an annex temple of Shinshu Zenkoji Daihongan in Nagano Prefecture, and enshrines the Amida Nyorai (Zenkoji Nyorai) in the Ikkosan-son style. Only about 20 temples have been granted the "Betsuin-go" (annex temple status) from Shinshu Zenkoji Daihongan, and Takayama Zenkoji is the only one in Gifu Prefecture. Like Shinshu Zenkoji, it also features an underground Kaidan-meguri.

Since its establishment, the temple has provided temple lodging for pilgrims traveling long distances. Today, it has become a vibrant, international lodging facility, attracting visitors from all over the world to Takayama, with over 95% of guests being international travelers. The kitchen is also open to all guests for free use.

FACILITIES

Facilities

Check-in / Check-out: IN 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM (self check-in after 6:30 PM) / OUT 11:00 AM There is no curfew. Staff will be available until 6:30 PM, after which the entrance will be locked for self check-in (please inform us in advance if you will arrive after 6:30 PM).
Room amenities: All rooms include: single futon, fan, air conditioning, towels, toothbrush, hairdryer, Wi-Fi.
Bathrooms and kitchen: Depending on the room type, some rooms have a private shower and toilet, while others use shared bathrooms (reservation required) and toilets. The kitchen is shared.
Parking: Approximately 4 free parking spaces in front of the main hall on the temple grounds.
Other: ・Children aged 3 and under stay free (baby cribs are 500 yen) ・For stays less than 3 nights, cleaning and linen changes are not provided ・Pets are not permitted

LODGING

Guest rooms

We offer 6 types of guest rooms to suit your group size and purpose. By combining rooms, we can accommodate up to 30 people, and you can also inquire about reserving all 6 rooms for private use.
Rates vary depending on the date and number of guests. Please check availability and rates using the reservation button.

Guest rooms: Hanami no Ma (3 people), Yukimi no Ma (4 people), Kazami no Ma (9 people), Tsukimi no Ma (3 people), Sakurami no Ma (2 people), Sorami no Ma (8 people)
Accommodation plans: Room-only plan Plan with optional experiences (zazen, sutra copying, etc. Reservations required by 6 PM the day before) Workation plan (rental of the main hall, shared lounge, and meeting space)

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ACTIVITIES

Experiences

You can add experiences as an option to all plans. Reservations are required by 6 PM the day before (we may not be able to accommodate requests depending on the instructor's availability). Experiences are generally held daily between 9 AM and 7 PM.
We also offer mochi-pounding, table-style tea ceremony, Buddha image tracing, and kimono dressing experiences.

Meditation

Meditation held in the main hall of Takayama Zenkoji. Available at 8:00, 11:00, and 14:00.

Approx. 1 hour

3,000 yen

Kaidan-meguri

This is a practice where you navigate the underground corridor of the main hall by touch, reaching for the "Key to Purity and Paradise" directly beneath the principal image.

500 yen

Sutra copying

Copy Buddhist scriptures in the main hall of Takayama Zenkoji. Held at any time.

Approx. 30 minutes

1,000 yen per person

Temple yoga

Yoga held in the main hall of Takayama Zenkoji. 9:00 - 10:00 (reservations required).

1 hour

3,000 yen per person

Onigiri and miso soup making experience

Make your own onigiri and miso soup at the Zenkoji Cooking Studio. From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (reservations required).

45–60 minutes

3,000 yen per person

Original Zukō making

Create your own unique zukō (powdered incense) at the Takayama Zenkoji main hall. From 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (reservations required).

20–30 minutes

5,000 yen per person

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Location

Directions

4-3 Tenmacho, Takayama, Gifu 506-0025(View on Google Maps)
TEL 0577-32-8470

Access by train

Approximately 5 minutes on foot from the East Exit of JR Takayama Station.

From Nagoya

Nagoya → Limited Express Hida → Takayama

Approx. 2 hours 35 minutes

From Kanazawa

Kanazawa → Takaoka → Limited Express Hida → Takayama

Approx. 2 hours 45 minutes

From Tokyo

Tokaido Shinkansen → Nagoya → Limited Express Hida → Takayama

Approx. 4 hours 20 minutes

Access by car

There are approximately 4 free parking spaces in front of the main hall on the temple grounds. Please enter directly from the main street through the main gate.

From Nagoya

Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway → Takayama IC

Approx. 2 hours 20 minutes

From Kanazawa

Hokuriku Expressway → Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway

Approx. 1 hour 50 minutes

From Tokyo

Chuo Expressway → National Route 361

Approx. 4 hours 50 minutes

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Depending on the room type, some rooms have a private shower and toilet, while others use shared bathrooms (reservation required) and toilets. The kitchen is shared. For the shared private bath and shower, please consult with us about times at check-in to avoid busy periods.

There are approximately 4 free parking spaces in front of the main hall on the temple grounds. Please enter directly from the main street through the main gate. Reservations are not mandatory, but it would be helpful if you could inform us of your estimated arrival time in advance so we can keep track of the number of vehicles.

There is no curfew, but after 6:30 PM, it will be self-check-in and the entrance will be locked. If you plan to arrive after 6:30 PM, please inform us in advance.

You can leave your luggage before check-in time. We may ask you to inform us of your estimated arrival time in advance.

We apologize, but pets are not permitted to stay.

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