Chubu– category –

Tsukiyamakan is a historic temple lodge that was established as a monastery during the Heian period (794-1185). The grounds include a shrine dedicated to a 15th century ascetic named Sentyo. Prayers are offered in the morning and evening.

It has a long history as a Shukubo of Togakushi Shrine. You can enjoy traditional Togakushi dishes, including the famous Togakushi soba. A bronze hanging Buddha statue of Zao Gongen, created during the Nanboku-cho period (14th century), is preserved and can be viewed.

Zenkoji Temple has long been a place that people have wished to visit at least once in their lives. Juryoin Temple is located very close to Zenkoji Temple. The meals are Shojin vegetarian cuisine.

This shukubo is located in front of Zenkoji Temple, one of the largest temples in Nagano Prefecture. Dinner is shojin vegetarian cuisine. The bath was covered with tatami mats, which made quite an impression on me. The next morning, we were guided to the morning service held at the main hall of Zenkoji Temple.

This is one of the Shukubo at Zenkoji Temple. It's a youth hostel. The building was built over 100 years ago and has a lot of charm.

Kogenin Temple has a history of over 600 years. The temple is also famous for having 10,000 hydrangeas planted within its grounds. At the Shukubo, you can experience zazen and copying sutras.

It is the head temple of the Taiko sect of Korean Buddhism in Japan. It is located in the Azumino villa area, and although transportation is inconvenient, it is surrounded by abundant nature. Japanese temples are nice, but Korean temples have a different kind of fun to them.

Koninji Temple was built in the mountains of Sado Island in 811. I stayed in a 10 tatami Japanese-style room. I had a great time chatting with the head priest and other guests staying the same night until late into the night. In the morning, the head priest showed us around the temple.

This is a temple that runs a youth hostel. There are also hot springs and historical sites in the surrounding area.

It is mandatory for guests staying at this shukubo to participate in chanting sutra, zazen and breakfast (rice porridge) in the morning. Reservations are required for shojin (vegetarian) course dishes. They also have a shojin cafe, where a steamed laver plate (steamed laver, black bean tea and pickles) is served.