Would recommend highly as a temple stay but guests need to be aware it’s shared onsen (separated into male and female) bathing facilities only, no showers available.

It was a true temple stay and quite traditional so a great experience to remember. The rooms were quite spacious and comfortable including cushions and low table to sit at as well as comfy lounge chairs and coffee table for sitting options. When we went to dinner the monks came in and prepared the futons for the night and when we went to breakfast they came in and packed up bedding to return room to day configuration. The meals were beautiful vegetarian cuisine, nutritious and beautifully presented in private dining rooms, both dinner and breakfast. We went to the early morning prayer ceremony which was a lovely experience. Just 6 or 7 couples where we listened to chanting and the monks prayed for the wellbeing of the world.

Stayed in November 2024

The place is very impressive and it's a unique experience. The staff is very kind and attentive, the place itself is also very beautiful and kept well. The location is also great usually as there's a bus stop right at it (was in repairs when we came though, but still not far from the next stop as well). The food in the morning and dinner were really great in our opinion, and we got the room for ourselves only for eating which was very nice and fun. The rooms for sleeping are also superb, very comfortable and great. The onsen was also very nice :)

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing

The prayer ceremony was a very special experience. The rooms were special, especially the dining rooms. The gardens and property itself were exceptional and it was a privilege to stay in such holy surroundings.

Stayed in October 2024

The pillows were very hard and there was no private toilet in the room.

The temple lodging was impeccably clean and the rooms were spacious. The monks were very accommodating and helpful. The vegetarian breakfast and dinner were very good and we loved having our own separate dining room to eat. The onsen was very nice and relaxing. The Buddhistbservice at 6:00 am was interesting.

Stayed in October 2024

It was a bit expensive for what it was, but makes sense when you think it’s a functioning temple and not a commercial hotel.

Lovely room with a view of the garden, it was a fabulous experience, the food was delicious.

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing

Delicious food, very friendly monks

Stayed in July 2024

Staying in a temple was a great experience. The temple was gorgeous, the monks were welcoming, the food was delicious, and the room was big and comfortable. We were invated to participate in the morning ceromony. I appreciated that they provided explanations afterwards so that we could fully enjoyed it.

Stayed in May 2024

Everything. The temple is very peaceful, beautiful, the room was exactly what I was expecting. Such a great experience. Would come back to stay more days for sure. The monks are very kind and helpful. Love it

Stayed in April 2024

It would be impossible, as a tourist, to have a true monastery experience in an overnight stay, but the beautiful monastery and lovely monks gave us an inkling of what being a monk means. Sleeping and eating on the floor is less comfortable but essential for that experience. Beautiful monastery within walking distance of temples and Okunoin cemetery. Well worth staying overnight to appreciate Koyasan more fully.

Stayed in April 2024

Breakfast was very good delicious vegetarian food

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing. It was all good.

A fascinating experience. The rules and strict timetable were surprisingly comforting. The food was lovely and the morning ceremony was quite mesmerising. Watching snow fall over the garden from our room was a bonus. Highly recommend a garden view room.

Stayed in November 2023

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Very beautiful and organized accommodation. Room spacious and clean. Very attentive staff. Great meals (breakfast and dinner) carefully prepared.

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing

Beautiful setting and so peaceful. Privilege to be invited to the morning ceremony. Dinner was something that we will remember for ever

Stayed in November 2023

the mattress- the worst we have had! We appreciate this is a monastery and its frugal living, but this was not budget accomodation.We did stay in quite a few traditional Japanese lodges, and the futons generally were quite comfortable. This isn't a 'dont like', but the village has just two cafe/bar/restaraunts open after 7 so dont expect any 'night life' in Koyasan.

Both meals ( breakfast and dinner) were vegetarian, adequate and beautifully presented. We were the only guests, so had a most peaceful few days. The new onson was just superb thanks- no expense spared here. We were quite centrally locates, bus at the entry. The opportunity to join the monks in morning devotions was most appreciated on the first morning.

Stayed in October 2023

The lack of any explanation or translation of the Buddhist morning ceremony and some general background information about the temple.

The welcome we received and the tranquility of the surroundings

Stayed in October 2023

No negatives ok

Good location, helpful and polite attendants, wonderful Monastery stay experience.

Stayed in October 2023

My stay at this hotel in Koyasan, managed by monks, was an unforgettable experience. The monks' hospitality and guidance throughout our stay were exceptional. The private dining in a traditional Japanese setting was exquisite, and the onsen was a relaxing highlight. Participating in the morning prayer provided a unique spiritual connection. The monks' parting gift added a personal touch to our departure. If you seek a remarkable and culturally rich stay in Koyasan, I highly recommend this hotel.

Stayed in September 2023

The futons were not very comfortable. Too thin.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing!

The monks were so welcoming and friendly.

Stayed in August 2023

Maybe just the curfew at 21:00, although it is understandable.

Amazing place to stay. The morning prayer was definitely a highlight. Loved all of it. The temple is beautiful, with amazing gardens. The room was also very nice, spacious and well equipped. Staff was very kind. Dinner was served in a private dining room, the food was very nice (but if you cant eat Japanese food definitely bring something to eat as you cant buy anything at the temple). The onsen was modern and clean, men and women are separated. Thank you very much, would definitely recommend!

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing that I don't like. Happy with everything. It was pleasant stay

Very flexible to accommodate requests. Room very spacious n comfortable. Kind of them upgrade us to garden view room with no extra charge and make my long hours travel day. My mum very enjoys the meals(dinner n bfast). Lastly, I truly enjoy it to keep the temple no too commercial. I stay in another temple less than 6months ago, very commercial. Too business oriented. Please Ryusenin continue to classic culture, do not turn it too commercial. Thank you.

Stayed in June 2023

I was a bit uncomfortable not having locks on our door.

It was our first time staying in a temple and it was truly an experience. The temple itself was like a maze, there were so many turns we had to do before reaching our room haha but we got the hang of it quickly. The halfboard they offered was phenomenal, the best vegetarian food we have ever had! The 6am ceremony was very interesting to watch and see in person where it really shows the dedication the monks have. Location wise, it was near the bus stop and was around a 25 minute walk to the cemetery which was one of the main reasons why we wanted to go to Koyasan.

Stayed in April 2023

All good

Authentic experience with a balance between a working temple and tourism. The morning service was definitely once in a life time

Stayed in May 2023

We had a very nice stay. Dinner and breakfast was good and the onsen was perfect. Very good place to stay when coming to Koyasan. Room was warm and nice.

Stayed in April 2023