TEMPLESTAY ZENSŌ offers you a chance to stay in a traditional Japanese house adjacent to the temple grounds of Horinji Temple in the town of Chiyoda. The temple was founded in the early 14th century and remains a tranquil site of Buddhist devotion. Enjoy the amenities and comforts of a private villa while trying unique Buddhist experiences. Accommodating up to six people, the house comes with modern appliances and conveniences, including wi-fi service. Book activities such as zazen meditation or sutra copying to make the most of your proximity to Horinji Temple. Japanese-speaking visitors can take part in these activities with advance reservation, even if they are not staying at the temple. There are dining plans that can be added to the Onsen & Stay package, including one that provides everything you need a delicious barbecue meal.

Stay in simple and comfortable lodgings at Kannon-in Temple, with a history dating back more than 350 years. Start your day early, chanting sutras at 6 am before a relaxed day of contemplation, meditation and Buddhist immersion. This serene experience provides you the opportunity to learn calligraphy under a skilled teacher’s instruction and learn about etiquette in a tranquil temple. Please note that meditation and Buddhist immersion activities are suitable only for those who understand Japanese. Rooms are modern, with western-style toilets and beds. A kitchen for self catering, and dining room are shared with other guests for a sociable, stress-free stay.

Experience the changing seasons while immersed in nature at kieto chichibu, an accommodation in Saitama Prefecture offering cottages, wellness facilities, and unforgettable moments with views of Mount Bukō. Trade the bustle of Tokyo for Chichibu's mountains, streams, and forests at a retreat where nature's rhythms guide your stay.

Nagatoro Choseikan Ryokan offers travelers a stay deeply connected to the rhythms of the Arakawa River and its surrounding gorge.