Shoureki-ji is a retreat place designed to help you refresh your mind and body through unique experiences like Bamboo Grove Zazen, local community interactions, and nature activities. The Head Priest serves as your personal concierge, ensuring a customized and meaningful stay. Enjoy seasonal scenery in a peaceful setting and savor rare Shamo cuisine for a truly immersive retreat.
Retreat Plan
Standard Plan- Duration: From 2 days/1 night
- Date: All Year Available
- Price: Prices vary by season. Please check the official website for details.
■Plan Includes
・Personal concierge service by the head priest
・Temple experiences (up to 11 types: experiences listed as “included in the accommodation fee” on the Experiences page).
・Dinner (Full Course of Kuromine Shamo Gamecock)
・Breakfast (Local Ingredients Breakfast Set)
Premium Plan- Duration: From 2 days/1 night
- Date: All Year Available
- Price: Prices vary by season. Please check the official website for details.
■Plan Includes
・Personal concierge service by the head priest
・Pre-arranged custom plan tailored to your preferences; Paid Experiences (up to 2 types) & Temple experiences (up to 11 types)
・Dinner (Full Course of Kuromine Shamo Gamecock)
・Breakfast (Local Ingredients Breakfast Set)
・Complimentary drinks, including alcoholic beverages, during meals and throughout your stay
・Early check-in (12:00PM)
・Late check-out (12:00PM)
・Shuttle service from JR Ayabe Station.
Perfect for those who want an affordable stay at the temple.This plan does not include concierge service, experiences, or meals.
Fee: Included in the accommodation fee (no reservation required).
Fee: Included in the accommodation fee (no reservation required).
Fee: Included in the accommodation fee (no reservation required)
Fee: Check on the official website.
More About Us
Shoureki-ji offers the luxury temple lodging as your private retreat. Stay in beautifully preserved, 100-year-old Japanese-style rooms adorned with sliding door paintings by renowned artist Ito Keisui. From here, take in the breathtaking views of the river, mountains, and ever-changing seasons.
During your stay, you are free to telework in the main hall, enjoy tea in the bamboo grove, or relax in your favorite spot. The head priest serves as your personal concierge, curating the perfect experience from a selection of 20 activities, including Zen meditation, sutra copying, and local cultural interactions.
You’ll also have the chance to reflect on “taking life as it comes” through a unique culinary experience featuring locally raised Shamo. Immerse yourself in history, nature, and mindfulness as you prepare your heart and mind in this serene temple retreat.
Environment
Overlooking the Yura River, this historic temple is surrounded by 600-year-old zelkova trees and seasonal flowers. Visitors can harvest seasonal produce in the bamboo grove while enjoying the sounds of nature.
With cultural treasures dating back over 1,000 years, the temple’s scenic grounds offer a glimpse into history. The 100-year-old Japanese-style rooms provide stunning river and mountain views, while modern comforts ensure a peaceful stay.
| Address | 45 Teramachi Donomae, Ayabe City, Kyoto, Japan |
| Website | https://oterastay.com/en/shourekiji/ |
| Booking | Advanced Booking Required |
| Language | English, Japanese |
