Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in a retreat at Takayama Zenko-ji Temple, located in Hida Takayama, Gifu. Staying in a shukubo (temple lodging) allows you to experience temple life firsthand, connecting with history, nature, and the passage of time. Calm your mind and body through meditation, sutra copying, or enjoy a focused and peaceful environment for remote work. Additionally, the temple features a hands-on café, welcoming visitors to casually experience temple life and feel a deeper connection to this sacred space.
Retreat Plan
【With Dinner】Temple Dinner Plan (100% plant based) – Room WIND Exclusive- “You are how you eat.” Shojin-Ryori is one of the Japanese cuisine, that is prepared based on Buddhist philosophy. This plan includes not only Shojin-Ryori dinner but also a 90 mins workshop by our chief monk to learn its philosophy. This experience will for sure help you to enrich your life through food and eating!
- Duration: From 2 days/1 night
- Date: Available All Year (Book 3days before your stay)
- Price: Prices vary by season. Please check the official website for details.
Stay Plan [without meals]- Choose from five different room types, accommodating between 2 and 9 guests each. For larger groups, rooms can be combined to host up to 24 people. Relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the temple, surrounded by beautiful gardens.
- Duration: From 2 days/1 night
- Date: Available All Year (Book 3days before your stay)
- Price: Prices vary by season. Please check the official website for details.
Dark Meditation sharpens the senses, heightens consciousness, and provides an opportunity to connect more deeply with your spiritual essence. As you go through the darkness, you will touch the ‘Key to Paradise.’
Fee:¥500
The chief priest of Takayama Zenko-ji, Kaiji, will guide you through a meditation experience. Beginners are more than welcome, with detailed explanations and breathing techniques provided.
Duration: 1 hour
Fee: ¥3,000 per person
Relax your mind and body through a session of yoga at the main hall of the temple. Please come in comfortable clothes.
Duration: 1 hour
Fee: ¥2,500 per person
We open our temples to the public as a free rest area. The Experience Cafe is open to all, and with Wi-Fi, extension cords, and complimentary drinks, it is a comfortable place for any occasion.
More About Us
Takayama Zenko-ji offers a unique retreat experience where you can refresh both mind and body while staying at the temple. The lodgings are seamlessly integrated with the temple, featuring five different room types to accommodate various guests, from families to solo travelers seeking a peaceful stay.
During your visit, immerse yourself in meditation, sutra copying, yoga, and kimono wearing, allowing you to connect with Buddhist teachings and find inner balance. The serene atmosphere also makes it an ideal space for remote work. Additionally, the Experience Café welcomes anyone to drop by and take a break, free of charge.
Environment
Takayama Zenko-ji is a branch temple of Shinshu Zenko-ji Daibongan and the only temple in Gifu Prefecture officially granted the title of “Betsuin” (branch temple). The main hall enshrines Amida Nyorai, and beneath it lies a Kaidan-meguri, just like the one in Shinshu Zenko-ji. In complete darkness, visitors can touch the “Key to Purification and Rebirth in Paradise,” an experience believed to cleanse past misdeeds and create a spiritual connection to enlightenment. The lodgings welcome international visitors, offering a diverse and inclusive environment. Guests also have access to a shared kitchen, allowing for a comfortable and flexible stay.
| Address | 4-3 Tenman-cho, Takayama-shi, Gifu, Japan |
| Website | https://oterastay.com/zenkoji/en/ |
| Phone | +81-577-32-8470 |
| Booking | Advanced Booking Required |
| Language | English, Japanese |
