Houtouji Temple
Kamiichi 1946
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff is very kind and helpful, the food was amazing”
“Lovely family feel and very kind hosts”
“The temple is at a serene location, with a beautiful view”
“Beautiful location and wonderful staff so friendly and kind”
“A great stay and the room was amazing too”
“Also the sound of the crickets at night when going to sleep”
“The rooms are well equipped and very clean, same for other facilities”
“The room was very clean”
“It is worth every cent”
“The food was amazing and healthy yet at a really good price”
Overview
Located in Yoshino, 6 km from Kinpusen-ji Temple and 14 km from Mount Yoshino, Houtouji Temple provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with a terrace.
Traveller reviews
Csanád
couple
June 7, 2026
“Mountain getaway with sleeping next to a stupa”
The temple is at a serene location, with a beautiful view. The staff is very kind and helpful, the food was amazing. The rooms are well equipped and very clean, same for other facilities. There is a morning prayer at the temple which I recommend to join in the morning.
Lola
couple
April 17, 2026
“Amazing location close to the station. Friendly staff and loved the morning prayers!”
Beautiful location and wonderful staff so friendly and kind. Their cat and goat are also very friendly and love pats!
Maureen
extended_group
April 17, 2026
“Beautiful locations and lovely owners”
Lovely family feel and very kind hosts
Lachlan
solo_traveller
February 11, 2026
“Beautiful and tranquil escape”
Beautiful monastery atop the hill that has a very authentic feel. The prayer ceremony at 6am is an absolute must and lovely to witness. A great stay and the room was amazing too.
Hiroyasu
solo_traveller
January 20, 2026
“It was great. The path to the place was hard, but facility and hospitality were well above its price level.”
Very relaxing and enjoyable stay despite the last minute booking, and cyclist friendly is another plus.
Hedda Loennechen
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
This was a wonderful hotel experience. The staff were so nice and helped me with everything. They cooked delicious food and they even cooked dinner for me when I came back late. They greeted me with a smile every time I saw them. Their hospitality warmed my heart and I will remember this stay forever! I will definitely be back!
Guest
solo_traveller
December 17, 2025
“It was great. The path to the place was hard, but facility and hospitality were well above its price level.”
Very relaxing and enjoyable stay despite the last minute booking, and cyclist friendly is another plus.
Francis
extended_group
November 22, 2025
The food was good and the people friendly.
Elena
solo_traveller
November 13, 2025
Amazing and memorable stay I had there. They met me by the train station and then I spent a lovely calm night on the mountain and at 6 in the morning we had a pray in the temple. The bamboo path to the temple is something! Also they cook very good) Thank you for the hospitality, I'd like to come back soon. 😊
miko
family_with_children
October 25, 2025
The host and hostess were very kind, especially the Japanese food made by the hostess, which was delicious and also suitable for vegetarians! The room was very clean! I will like to come again.!
Camille
couple
September 28, 2025
We had a great time. The hosts were very nice and kind, and we were happy to be able to see the morning ceremony. The hosts were also very accomodating, and they picked us up at the station and brought us back when we had to leave.
Delfina
solo_traveller
September 15, 2025
The place is very magical and attended by the owners who are super helpful, warm and welcoming. I feel so grateful for my stay there. It is worth every cent.
Manon
solo_traveller
September 9, 2025
The owners,/staff are the kindest people! You can laugh with them, the lady cooks fantastic, they pick you up from the train station, they invite you to the morning prayers. They make you feel at home and are absolutely wonderful! Also the sound of the crickets at night when going to sleep. So so nice...
Guest
solo_traveller
June 26, 2025
This was a wonderful hotel experience. The staff were so nice and helped me with everything. They cooked delicious food and they even cooked dinner for me when I came back late. They greeted me with a smile every time I saw them. Their hospitality warmed my heart and I will remember this stay forever! I will definitely be back!
Daniel
solo_traveller
May 30, 2025
“I felt at home.”
Incredibly good food with very fresh countryside products.
Radu
family_with_children
May 2, 2025
Silence, morning prayers, they took us from and to the train station with their car. Beautiful place in the woods
Joseph Kien Sing
solo_traveller
April 21, 2025
Beautiful scenery. Bamboo forests. Also nice room with tatami mat.
JUII
couple
April 13, 2025
“Excellent”
Every family member at the temple is warm, friendly and full of smiles. The male boss who picked us up and gave us explanations was very kind. The two young girls serving in the restaurant were attentive and lovely. The chef is very good and willing to prepare vegetarian food for me. Thank you for your reception.
Shui Yee Esther
couple
April 5, 2025
“Warm hospitality from the host family We had a great and memorable stay”
Sophia
couple
March 29, 2025
“唾らしい!”
The property was beautiful and the people and animals were so friendly and kind. The food was amazing and healthy yet at a really good price.
Facilities
Activities
Badminton equipment, Yoga classes
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site
General
Chapel/shrine, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Bicycle parking
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Process in place to check health of guests
Japanese-Style Room
This family room is air-conditioned and has a shared bathroom, tatami floors and heating. The unit has 2 futons.
Japanese-Style Room
This family room is air-conditioned and features a shared bathroom, tatami and mountain views. The unit offers 4 futons.
Economy Twin Room
This twin room is air-conditioned and features a shared bathroom, tatami floors and heating. The unit offers 2 beds.
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