高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin-
US$398
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for 高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin-
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US$398
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at 高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin- average US$240 in the cheapest month (February) and US$593 in the most expensive month (October), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$287 |
| February | US$240 |
| March | US$398 |
| April | US$497 |
| May | US$468 |
| June | US$314 |
| July | US$335 |
| August | US$438 |
| September | US$398 |
| October | US$593 |
| November | US$534 |
| December | US$282 |
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Cheapest: February (~US$240)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this ryokan include concierge services and wedding services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this ryokan include concierge services and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the ryokan's room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary Japanese breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bidets and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin in Koya, you'll be in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Mount Koyasan and Koya-Ryujin Quasi-National Park. This ryokan is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Danjo Garan Temple and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Jokiin.
What's nearby
Koya-Ryujin Quasi-National Park(0.1 Miles)
Danjo Garan Temple(0.1 Miles)
Konpon Daito Pagoda(0.1 Miles)
Jokiin(0.1 Miles)
Dai-tō(0.1 Miles)
Kongobuji Temple(0.1 Miles)
Kondō(0.2 Miles)
Koyasan Daishi Kyokai(0.2 Miles)
Koyasan University(0.2 Miles)
Koyasan Reihokan Museum(0.2 Miles)
Sai-tō(0.3 Miles)
Anyoin Temple(0.4 Miles)
Muryokoin Temple(0.4 Miles)
Tokugawa Mausoleum(0.5 Miles)
Daimon Gate(0.6 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)(45.1 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
Garden
Location
143, Koyasan, Koya, Ito, Japan
Koya-Ryujin Quasi-National Park (0.1 Miles)
Danjo Garan Temple (0.1 Miles)
Konpon Daito Pagoda (0.1 Miles)
Jokiin (0.1 Miles)
Dai-tō (0.1 Miles)
Kongobuji Temple (0.1 Miles)
Room options
5
Superior Suite, Garden View
Room details
6× Futon Beds
Sleeps 6
667 ft²
Air ConditioningHeated FloorHeating
5
Deluxe Suite, Garden View
Room details
6× Futon Beds
Sleeps 6
947 ft²
Air ConditioningHeated FloorHeating
7
Suite, Garden View
Room details
2 Single Beds
and 4× Futon Beds
Sleeps 6
721 ft²
Air ConditioningHeated FloorHeating
7
Family Room, Garden View
Room details
4× Futon Beds
Sleeps 4
484 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Standard Room
Room details
3× Futon Beds
Sleeps 3
388 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Deluxe Room, Garden View
Room details
4× Futon Beds
Sleeps 4
431 ft²
Air ConditioningHeated FloorHeating
9
Superior Room, Garden View
Room details
4× Futon Beds
Sleeps 4
388 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of 高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin-
9.1
Superb
Based on 337 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
60%
Family
28%
Group
10%
What guests think
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At 高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Sojiin-, travelers describe a unique Buddhist temple stay with memorable morning ceremonies, traditional tatami rooms, and a tranquil, central Koyasan setting that makes the cultural experience feel special and immersive.
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At 高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Sojiin-, travelers describe a unique Buddhist temple stay with memorable morning ceremonies, traditional tatami rooms, and a tranquil, central Koyasan setting that makes the cultural experience feel special and immersive.
Shojin ryori vegetarian meals are repeatedly praised as delicious, artful, and among guests’ best in Japan. Rooms feel authentically Japanese yet comfortable, with tatami, futons, and frequent garden or forest views; some rooms include private bathrooms, and communal baths are appreciated. Service is largely warm and helpful, with some English guidance, though a few guests cite strict schedules, curfew, or unclear explanations during religious activities and note the stay can feel expensive. Expect a serene, culturally rich stay centered on temple life.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the morning prayer/meditation and access to communal baths; a 9pm curfew and set meal times apply. Some appreciated guided sessions, while a few wanted clearer explanations.
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10
Julia
18 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
This was a wonderful traditional ryokan temple stay. The food was excellent. The onsen was tranquil. The room was spacious and futons very comfortable. The english speaking gentleman (who worked w the temple) was knowledgeable, passionate and eager to answer questions.
This was a wonderful traditional ryokan temple stay. The food was excellent. The onsen was tranquil. The room was spacious and futons very comfortable. The english speaking gentleman (who worked w the temple) was knowledgeable, passionate and eager to answer questions.
10
Mark
29 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
10
ノリカズ
22 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
宿坊にしてはとても綺麗で設備も整っています。朝の勤行も英語の通訳までいて、外国人も理解できるので素晴らしい体験ができると思う。
宿坊にしてはとても綺麗で設備も整っています。朝の勤行も英語の通訳までいて、外国人も理解できるので素晴らしい体験ができると思う。
10
Ymke
2 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Prachtige royakan met heerlijke vegan dinners en ontbijt. Meer uitleg en voor meditatie best handig en beter aangeven dat check in voor 17 uur moet zijn.
Prachtige royakan met heerlijke vegan dinners en ontbijt. Meer uitleg en voor meditatie best handig en beter aangeven dat check in voor 17 uur moet zijn.
4
Guillermo
4 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
I would say this stay came off as a tourist trap. The monks were also not very nice. We were told to leave early from the morning ceremony because it had become “Japanese only”… paid a lot of money to be told you had to leave. There was no translator or someone to inform us about the ceremony like we had been told.
I would say this stay came off as a tourist trap. The monks were also not very nice. We were told to leave early from the morning ceremony because it had become “Japanese only”… paid a lot of money to be told you had to leave. There was no translator or someone to inform us about the ceremony like we had been told.
10
Philip
7 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
10
Florian
1 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Ein muss, wenn man in Japan ist. Eine Nacht war für uns völlig ausreichend. Man kann auch an der morgendlichen Zeremonie (06:00 Uhr - 07:00 Uhr teilnehmen. Anschliessend wird man noch durch den Tempel geführt und es wird einiges über den Glauben erzählt. Es war wirklich spannend.
Ein muss, wenn man in Japan ist. Eine Nacht war für uns völlig ausreichend. Man kann auch an der morgendlichen Zeremonie (06:00 Uhr - 07:00 Uhr teilnehmen. Anschliessend wird man noch durch den Tempel geführt und es wird einiges über den Glauben erzählt. Es war wirklich spannend.
8
dirk
15 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice experience for a change, but not comfortable for older people. Hotel like a temple with monks serving meals on their exact times. All veggie Japanese style made with care. Halfboard overpriced.
Nice experience for a change, but not comfortable for older people. Hotel like a temple with monks serving meals on their exact times. All veggie Japanese style made with care. Halfboard overpriced.
10
Leilani
7 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
8
Satah
31 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
I really enjoyed the morning ceremony and opportunity to learn more of the buddhist culture. Make sure to arrive on time for meals. Beautiful location and accommodation.
I really enjoyed the morning ceremony and opportunity to learn more of the buddhist culture. Make sure to arrive on time for meals. Beautiful location and accommodation.
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Cleanliness
Multiple reviews note very clean rooms and well-kept spaces.
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10
ノリカズ
22 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
宿坊にしてはとても綺麗で設備も整っています。朝の勤行も英語の通訳までいて、外国人も理解できるので素晴らしい体験ができると思う。
宿坊にしてはとても綺麗で設備も整っています。朝の勤行も英語の通訳までいて、外国人も理解できるので素晴らしい体験ができると思う。
10
Steffen
10 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
10
Leilani
7 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
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Rooms
Traditional tatami rooms with comfortable futons and frequent garden or forest views; some are spacious and quiet, and a few include private bathrooms.
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10
Julia
18 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
This was a wonderful traditional ryokan temple stay. The food was excellent. The onsen was tranquil. The room was spacious and futons very comfortable. The english speaking gentleman (who worked w the temple) was knowledgeable, passionate and eager to answer questions.
This was a wonderful traditional ryokan temple stay. The food was excellent. The onsen was tranquil. The room was spacious and futons very comfortable. The english speaking gentleman (who worked w the temple) was knowledgeable, passionate and eager to answer questions.
10
Mark
29 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
10
Alexandra
13 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
10
Rachel
18 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Two wonderful nights at Soujiin, Koyasan. Beautiful property in centre of town with an authentic traditional Japanese experience. Meals are traditional Japanese, & are all vegetarian. Highly recommended!!
Two wonderful nights at Soujiin, Koyasan. Beautiful property in centre of town with an authentic traditional Japanese experience. Meals are traditional Japanese, & are all vegetarian. Highly recommended!!
10
Veronica
21 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The best experience we’ve had in Japan! Great staff really supportive. The temple is beautiful and the rooms amazing and comfortable. The dinner and breakfast are vegetarian/vegan but surprisingly delicious. Would definitely recommend and complement with a night tour to the Pkonoin cementery.
The best experience we’ve had in Japan! Great staff really supportive. The temple is beautiful and the rooms amazing and comfortable. The dinner and breakfast are vegetarian/vegan but surprisingly delicious. Would definitely recommend and complement with a night tour to the Pkonoin cementery.
10
Steffen
10 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
10
Aurélie
19 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Magnifique ! Dîner exquis, chambre magnifique avec vue sur le jardin, bains supers
Magnifique ! Dîner exquis, chambre magnifique avec vue sur le jardin, bains supers
10
Florian
21 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a very nice room with private bathroom and view of the garden. The multi-course dinner was great and the staff very friendly! A unique experience!
We had a very nice room with private bathroom and view of the garden. The multi-course dinner was great and the staff very friendly! A unique experience!
8
dirk
15 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice experience for a change, but not comfortable for older people. Hotel like a temple with monks serving meals on their exact times. All veggie Japanese style made with care. Halfboard overpriced.
Nice experience for a change, but not comfortable for older people. Hotel like a temple with monks serving meals on their exact times. All veggie Japanese style made with care. Halfboard overpriced.
10
Leilani
7 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, attentive, and informative, with some English support. A small number reported communication issues or unwelcoming behavior at a ceremony.
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10
Alexandra
13 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
10
Bob
21 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sayaka San was wonderful, friendly, attentive and professional. She became our Japanese grand daughter.😏😆
Sayaka San was wonderful, friendly, attentive and professional. She became our Japanese grand daughter.😏😆
10
ノリカズ
22 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
宿坊にしてはとても綺麗で設備も整っています。朝の勤行も英語の通訳までいて、外国人も理解できるので素晴らしい体験ができると思う。
宿坊にしてはとても綺麗で設備も整っています。朝の勤行も英語の通訳までいて、外国人も理解できるので素晴らしい体験ができると思う。
10
Michele
24 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Esperienza super positiva, ottima posizione e personale super cortese! Consiglio l'escursione serale per visitare il complesso di templi! Ottimo, lo consiglio a tutti
Esperienza super positiva, ottima posizione e personale super cortese! Consiglio l'escursione serale per visitare il complesso di templi! Ottimo, lo consiglio a tutti
10
Veronica
21 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The best experience we’ve had in Japan! Great staff really supportive. The temple is beautiful and the rooms amazing and comfortable. The dinner and breakfast are vegetarian/vegan but surprisingly delicious. Would definitely recommend and complement with a night tour to the Pkonoin cementery.
The best experience we’ve had in Japan! Great staff really supportive. The temple is beautiful and the rooms amazing and comfortable. The dinner and breakfast are vegetarian/vegan but surprisingly delicious. Would definitely recommend and complement with a night tour to the Pkonoin cementery.
10
Gabriela
3 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
10
Steffen
10 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
4
Guillermo
4 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
I would say this stay came off as a tourist trap. The monks were also not very nice. We were told to leave early from the morning ceremony because it had become “Japanese only”… paid a lot of money to be told you had to leave. There was no translator or someone to inform us about the ceremony like we had been told.
I would say this stay came off as a tourist trap. The monks were also not very nice. We were told to leave early from the morning ceremony because it had become “Japanese only”… paid a lot of money to be told you had to leave. There was no translator or someone to inform us about the ceremony like we had been told.
10
Philip
7 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
10
Amelia
14 Feb 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Really nice staff who explain the culture and history of Koyasan really well! I recommend booking with breakfast and dinner included as the food is amazing and unique and you won't find it anywhere else in Japan!
Really nice staff who explain the culture and history of Koyasan really well! I recommend booking with breakfast and dinner included as the food is amazing and unique and you won't find it anywhere else in Japan!
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Location
Central Koyasan location near major temple complexes, with tranquil, beautiful surroundings and quiet nights. A convenience store is nearby, and night walks are recommended.
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Ken
24 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,345 nights
A wonderful experience. This is a Buddhist temple offering a 'luxury' retreat complete with a gourmet style vegetarian dinner and breakfast. If you have any interest in Buddhism this will for you. Lot's of great places to explore by foot. Went in December and the snow turned the place into a beautiful landscape. The town itself can be a little touristy but so is the Vatican! Highly recommended - but be respectful of the religious context of this location.
A wonderful experience. This is a Buddhist temple offering a 'luxury' retreat complete with a gourmet style vegetarian dinner and breakfast. If you have any interest in Buddhism this will for you. Lot's of great places to explore by foot. Went in December and the snow turned the place into a beautiful landscape. The town itself can be a little touristy but so is the Vatican! Highly recommended - but be respectful of the religious context of this location.
10
Mark
29 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
10
Alexandra
13 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
10
Rachel
18 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Two wonderful nights at Soujiin, Koyasan. Beautiful property in centre of town with an authentic traditional Japanese experience. Meals are traditional Japanese, & are all vegetarian. Highly recommended!!
Two wonderful nights at Soujiin, Koyasan. Beautiful property in centre of town with an authentic traditional Japanese experience. Meals are traditional Japanese, & are all vegetarian. Highly recommended!!
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Michele
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Esperienza super positiva, ottima posizione e personale super cortese! Consiglio l'escursione serale per visitare il complesso di templi! Ottimo, lo consiglio a tutti
Esperienza super positiva, ottima posizione e personale super cortese! Consiglio l'escursione serale per visitare il complesso di templi! Ottimo, lo consiglio a tutti
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Philip
7 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
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Lorene
22 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
food was excellent - like a gourmet kaiseki restaurant. great experience and beautiful surroundings. everything was top rate.
food was excellent - like a gourmet kaiseki restaurant. great experience and beautiful surroundings. everything was top rate.
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Stephanie
8 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
このロケーションと雰囲気は、この世のものとは思えないほどです。とても印象的でした。高野山周辺の宿泊施設に何度か行ったことがあります。この場所の食事と浄化のレベルは、改善の余地があると思います。でも、全体的には、宿泊して瞑想するにはいい場所だと思います。
このロケーションと雰囲気は、この世のものとは思えないほどです。とても印象的でした。高野山周辺の宿泊施設に何度か行ったことがあります。この場所の食事と浄化のレベルは、改善の余地があると思います。でも、全体的には、宿泊して瞑想するにはいい場所だと思います。
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Leilani
7 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
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Satah
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I really enjoyed the morning ceremony and opportunity to learn more of the buddhist culture. Make sure to arrive on time for meals. Beautiful location and accommodation.
I really enjoyed the morning ceremony and opportunity to learn more of the buddhist culture. Make sure to arrive on time for meals. Beautiful location and accommodation.
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Dining
Shojin ryori vegetarian dinners and breakfasts are widely acclaimed as delicious, beautifully presented, and memorable—often among guests’ best meals in Japan. A few note the cost or portions/value, and strictly timed meal schedules.
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Kerstin
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Das Zimmer war toll, ein wirklich gutes Abendessen - etwas wie wir es bisher nicht kannten. Zur Morgenzeremonie muss man sehr früh aufstehen, aber dafür ist es ein besonderes Erlebnis.
Das Zimmer war toll, ein wirklich gutes Abendessen - etwas wie wir es bisher nicht kannten. Zur Morgenzeremonie muss man sehr früh aufstehen, aber dafür ist es ein besonderes Erlebnis.
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Marc
22 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice facility inside a temple. Neck high quality Japanese food for dinner.
Very nice facility inside a temple. Neck high quality Japanese food for dinner.
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Alexandra
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
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Prasad
1 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very expensive for a night stay and meager services/food offered
Very expensive for a night stay and meager services/food offered
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heather
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible experience to stay at a shrine and be served excellent vegan food and join in prayers and meditation the following mornjng
Incredible experience to stay at a shrine and be served excellent vegan food and join in prayers and meditation the following mornjng
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Veronica
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The best experience we’ve had in Japan! Great staff really supportive. The temple is beautiful and the rooms amazing and comfortable. The dinner and breakfast are vegetarian/vegan but surprisingly delicious. Would definitely recommend and complement with a night tour to the Pkonoin cementery.
The best experience we’ve had in Japan! Great staff really supportive. The temple is beautiful and the rooms amazing and comfortable. The dinner and breakfast are vegetarian/vegan but surprisingly delicious. Would definitely recommend and complement with a night tour to the Pkonoin cementery.
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Gabriela
3 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
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Steffen
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
We had a great stay and an unforgettable experience in Koyasan. The staff was very friendly. The Buddhist dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The rooms are clean and quiet. The morning service in the temple was interesting and unforgettable. Thank you for the great experience.
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Lorene
22 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
food was excellent - like a gourmet kaiseki restaurant. great experience and beautiful surroundings. everything was top rate.
food was excellent - like a gourmet kaiseki restaurant. great experience and beautiful surroundings. everything was top rate.
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dirk
15 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice experience for a change, but not comfortable for older people. Hotel like a temple with monks serving meals on their exact times. All veggie Japanese style made with care. Halfboard overpriced.
Nice experience for a change, but not comfortable for older people. Hotel like a temple with monks serving meals on their exact times. All veggie Japanese style made with care. Halfboard overpriced.
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steve
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful stay that will have you feeling like you've traveled to ancient Japan. Both the accommodations and the meals were very special and unique
Wonderful stay that will have you feeling like you've traveled to ancient Japan. Both the accommodations and the meals were very special and unique
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Kenneth
15 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Just know that the futons are only about 10cm deep so not super comfy if used to sleeping on a bed. Room was clean but the carpet on the hallway to the bathroom was really stained. The staff was super kind. Convenient to walk around the little town and the mausoleum.
Just know that the futons are only about 10cm deep so not super comfy if used to sleeping on a bed. Room was clean but the carpet on the hallway to the bathroom was really stained. The staff was super kind. Convenient to walk around the little town and the mausoleum.
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Fabio
15 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Such a special experience!! 10/10 would recommend to anybody
Such a special experience!! 10/10 would recommend to anybody
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Emiliia
11 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staying at Sojiin was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The atmosphere was incredibly peaceful and authentic, and the traditional dinner was absolutely delicious. This was one of the most memorable parts of our trip to Japan.
Staying at Sojiin was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The atmosphere was incredibly peaceful and authentic, and the traditional dinner was absolutely delicious. This was one of the most memorable parts of our trip to Japan.
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Wayne
5 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
So worth the effort to get to Koyasan to experience such a tranquil stay in beautiful surroundings. The staff make you feel special indeed and the dining experience is one to remember.
So worth the effort to get to Koyasan to experience such a tranquil stay in beautiful surroundings. The staff make you feel special indeed and the dining experience is one to remember.
FAQs about 高野山 宿坊 総持院 -Koyasan Shukubo Soujiin-
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary Japanese breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional features may include accessible rooms and bathrooms.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is situated in the historical district of Koya, within a 10-minute drive of Mount Koyasan and Jokiin. It is 0.1 mi from Danjo Garan Temple and Konpon Daito Pagoda.
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The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in is available.
- Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
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