Osaka– Temple stay –

Minami-Mido was founded in 1595. It is located along Midosuji Avenue, which runs north and south through central Osaka. There is an accommodation facility that combines the temple gate with a hotel. I experienced ringing the bell at 7am. The wooden striker used to strike the bell weighs 40 kg (88lbs).

This is a historic temple that was founded over 1,400 years ago. There is a shukubo on the temple grounds that only accepts one group per day. You can try out a variety of experiences, such as morning prayer, copying sutras and Buddha images, tea ceremony, calligraphy, pottery, and kimono dressing (women only).

This temple is home to a statue of Bhaisajyaguru made in the 11th century and a statue of Acalanatha made in the 17th century. A youth hostel is run in the temple. There is plenty of nature around and you can go hiking.

Located near Suita Station, this shukubo enjoys very good access to transportation. It is highly recommended for people who are making training camp or group trips to Osaka. Although the rooms are not equipped with TV sets, they are large and comfortable.

Hakuunkaku is a shukubo located in Shipporyu-ji temple of Mount Inunaki, a sacred place of Shugendo. In the Shipporyu-ji temple, they hold various ascetic training events and general people can participate. The takigyo (Waterfall Training) is held on the second Sunday every month.

This is an old temple founded in 727. This temple is famous as a temple for luck in battle. This shukubo is utilized by many people as lodging where they can reflect upon themselves and purify the mind in quietness away from urban hustle and bustle.