ABOUT TEMPLE HOTEL
About the temple
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, housing the Amida Nyorai (Zenkoji Nyorai) in the Ikkosan-son style. Only about 20 temples have been granted the "annex temple" designation by Shinshu Zenkoji Daihongan, and Takayama Zenkoji is the only one in Gifu Prefecture. Like Shinshu Zenkoji, it also features an underground Kaidan-meguri (a dark corridor beneath the main altar where one seeks to touch a key to the principal image).
Since its founding, Takayama Zenkoji has provided temple lodging for pilgrims traveling long distances. Today, it is a diverse lodging facility where people from all over the world gather to visit Takayama, with over 95% of guests being international visitors. The kitchen is also open to all guests for free use.
FACILITIES
Facilities
- Check-in / Check-out
- Check-in 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM (self-check-in after 6:30 PM) / Check-out 11:00 AM. There is no curfew. Staff are available until 6:30 PM, after which the entrance is locked for self-check-in (please notify us in advance if arriving after 6:30 PM).
- Room amenities
- All rooms include a single futon, fan, air conditioner, towels, toothbrush, hairdryer, and Wi-Fi.
- Bathrooms and kitchen
- Depending on the room type, some rooms have a private shower and toilet, while others use shared bathrooms (by reservation) 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.
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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 guests, 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 guests), Yukimi-no-ma (5 guests), Kazami-no-ma (9 guests), Tsukimi-no-ma (3 guests), Sakurami-no-ma (2 guests), Sorami-no-ma (8 guests).
- Accommodation plans
- Room-only plan. Plan with experiences (zazen, sutra copying, etc., as options; reservations required by 6 PM the day before). Workation plan (rental of the main hall, shared lounge, and meeting space).
ACTIVITIES
Experiences
We introduce 10 types of experiences available at Takayama Zenkoji with photos and descriptions. From each experience's "Book this experience" button, you can proceed to the dedicated reservation page.
Please check the respective reservation pages for dates, availability, latest prices, and participation conditions.
Meditation
With careful guidance from a monk, even beginners can become familiar with meditation. This is a time to calm your mind in the tranquility of the main hall.
Approx. 1 hour
3,000 yen
Onigiri and miso soup making experience
Make your own onigiri rice balls and miso soup using local ingredients. No cooking experience is necessary to enjoy this taste of Japanese food culture.
45–60 minutes3,000 yen/person
Mochi pounding experience
Pound rice with a wooden mallet, shape it, and enjoy it with toppings. This is an experience of traditional Japanese culture.
60 minutes6,000 yen/person
Create your own Zukō (perfumed powder)
Choose fragrances from natural incense ingredients to match your mood and physical condition. Create your own Zukō and become familiar with Japanese scents.
30 minutes~5,000 yen/person
Table-style tea ceremony
This tea ceremony is enjoyed sitting in a chair, without kneeling. Guided by an instructor, you can experience Japanese culture and the spirit of hospitality.
45 minutes13,000 yen/2 people
Temple yoga
Enjoy yoga in the main hall, in a different atmosphere than usual. Please come in comfortable clothing. Mats are available for free rental.
1 hour3,000 yen/person
Kaidan-meguri
This is a practice where you navigate through the darkness beneath the main hall, fumbling to find a lock. It's a unique temple experience to walk without relying on light.
500 yen
Sutra copying
This is a practice of earnestly copying the teachings of Buddha. Even beginners can calmly engage in this activity while focusing on their prayers.
1 hour1,000 yen/person
Buddha image tracing
Trace the principal image of Amida Nyorai in the main hall. Move your brush carefully and with concentration, feeling gratitude for each day.
Approx. 30 minutes1,000 yen/person
Kimono dressing experience
Experience wearing a kimono, or a yukata in summer, with the help of a professional dresser. Why not get dressed up and stroll through the streets of Takayama?
Men approx. 15 minutes, women approx. 30 minutesMen 3,000 yen/person, women 6,000 yen/person (includes hair styling)LOCATION
Directions
4-3 Tenman-cho, Takayama-shi, Gifu 506-0025(View on Google Maps
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TEL 0577-32-8470
By train
Approx. 5 minutes walk from the East Exit of JR Takayama Station.
From NagoyaApprox. 2 hours 35 minutes
Nagoya → Limited Express Hida → Takayama
Approx. 2 hours 35 minutesFrom KanazawaApprox. 2 hours 45 minutes
Kanazawa → Takaoka → Limited Express Hida → Takayama
Approx. 2 hours 45 minutesFrom TokyoApprox. 4 hours 20 minutes
Tokaido Shinkansen → Nagoya → Limited Express Hida → Takayama
Approx. 4 hours 20 minutesBy car
Free parking for about 4 cars is available in front of the main hall on the temple grounds. Please enter directly from the main street through the main gate.
From NagoyaApprox. 2 hours 20 minutes
Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway → Takayama IC
Approx. 2 hours 20 minutesFrom KanazawaApprox. 1 hour 50 minutes
Hokuriku Expressway → Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway
Approx. 1 hour 50 minutesFrom TokyoApprox. 4 hours 50 minutes
Chuo Expressway / Nagano Expressway → Matsumoto IC → National Route 158 (via Abo Tunnel) → Takayama
Approx. 4 hours 50 minutesFAQ
Frequently asked questions
Some room types have private showers and toilets, while others use shared bathrooms (reservation required) and toilets. The kitchen is shared. For the shared private bath/shower, please consult with us about the time at check-in to avoid crowded periods.
Free parking for about 4 cars is available 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, check-in is self-service and the entrance will be locked. If you will be arriving after 6:30 PM, please contact us in advance.
It is possible to leave your luggage before check-in time. We may ask you to inform us of your estimated arrival time in advance.
We sincerely apologize, but we do not allow pets to stay.
RESERVE
Reservations
For details and reservations for accommodation plans and experience programs,
please use our dedicated reservation website.
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