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Dewa
Sankoin shrine stay (Yamagata)
This shukubo is located within walking distance from the entrance of the approach to Mount Haguro. The building looks like a private inn but it is strictly a shrine building. There was a tengu (a legendary long-nosed creature) face mask on a wall, which made me feel the world of Shugendo. -
Togakushi
Naruse Ryokan shrine stay (Nagano)
This shukubo is located in the Chusha area, the heart of Togakushi Shrine. You can enjoy Togakushi's hand-made soba noodles. -
Togakushi
Futazawa-Ryokan shrine stay (Nagano)
Togakushi Shrine has a total of five shrines, and this shukubo is located near Chusha Shrine. There is a shrine in the large hall of the Shukubo. You can also enjoy the famous Togakushi soba. -
Togakushi
Miyamoto-Ryokan shrine stay (Nagano)
Togakushi Shrine has a total of five shrines, and this shukubo is located near Hokosha Shrine. The main house was built during the Edo period and is designated as a traditional building. You can enjoy the landlady's homemade dishes, including wild vegetables, river fish dishes, and the famous Togakushi soba. -
Togakushi
Tsukiyamakan shrine stay (Nagano)
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. -
Togakushi
Fukuoka-Ryokan shrine stay (Nagano)
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
Juryoin temple stay (Nagano)
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. -
Zenkoji
Kyojuin Youth Hostel temple stay (Nagano)
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. -
Nagano
Kogenin temple stay (Nagano)
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. -
Toyama
Youth Hostel Tenkoji temple stay (Toyama)
This is a temple that runs a youth hostel. There are also hot springs and historical sites in the surrounding area.