Temple stay– Japan –

Sanrakuso is a shukubo for Kanshoin Temple, one of the sub-temples of Daisenji Temple. This shukubo has a history of over 350 years. Since it was autumn, the meal consisted of Buddhist vegetarian cuisine centered around mushrooms. I copied the sutras at night.

Eisyouan temple is located in the center of Kanazawa. Accommodation is limited to one group per day. The head priest instructed me and I did zazen for about 20 minutes. Both the head priest and his wife were very kind and we had a very enjoyable time.

Shigisan Chogosonshi-ji temple is an old temple, which is said to have been founded by Prince Shotoku (574 to 622). Senju-in is the oldest among all the temples here. The shukubo is famous for its shojin vegetarian cuisine called Teppatsu, which was very delicious.

Syosan-ji temple is located on the top of a mountain and is a tough point called “Henro Korogashi” (Rolling the Pilgrims). The guestroom was an eight tatami mat room. When it is crowded, you will have to share a room with others. They conduct religious services starting at 6:00 in the morning.

This is a shukubo of Saijyoinari, one of the three largest Inari shrines in Japan. On the occasion of the separation of Shinto and Buddhism in the Meiji period, the mixed worshipping style of Shinto and Buddhism was allowed here. Shukubo's room I stayed in was a 10 tatami Japanese-style room.

It was an eight tatami mat room equipped with air conditioning and a TV. It can be locked as well. Dinner was served in the dining room. Although it was not shojin vegetarian cuisine as they served slices of raw fish, etc., as well, it was delicious. The service was conducted from 6:00 in the morning.

Fukiji Temple is said to have been founded in 718. The main hall retains its ancient architectural style and is designated as a national treasure of Japan. There is a shukubo called Fukinoto on the temple grounds. I didn't stay the night, but I had the buddhist vegetarian cuisine lunch.

The temple has its origins in 1324 and began as Hokkein Hakusuiji Temple in 1470. Although it was destroyed by fire in 1882, it was reopened as an inn. There is a hot spring, which is said to be effective in treating neuralgia, poor circulation, and fatigue.

Monjusenji Temple is an ancient temple with a history of about 1,300 years. Guest room was once where the lord stayed. I experienced mountain training, goma (fire) prayer, zen meditation, and copying sutras. The meal was Buddhist vegetarian cuisine. I was also taught how to practice food.

This is the shukubo where Yukimura Sanada lived with his family. Sanada was a warrior who played an important role in the Battle in Sekigahara and Summer and Winter Battles in Osaka, which became turning points in Japanese history. During the meal, student priests from Koyasan High School and University wait on you.