高野山 宿坊 恵光院 -Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin Temple-

1000-year-old Buddhist temple lodging with complimentary morning services and fire rituals in Koyasan

Temple Experience

Koyasan Shukubo Ekoin Temple is a 1000-year-old Buddhist temple that offers Japanese-style accommodation with tatami flooring and futon bedding. Guests can attend Buddhist morning services and the Goma fire ritual at no extra cost. The temple also provides free writing materials for Buddhist text on scrolls in guest rooms.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms feature tatami-mat flooring, comfortable futon bedding, and paper sliding screens, with spacious triple rooms offering private bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs. The temple has public baths available daily from 04:00 PM to 11:00 PM and 06:00 AM to 09:00 AM. An on-site lounge with a PC corner is available for guest use.

Dining

Vegetarian dining options are served in guest rooms at scheduled times, featuring Buddhist vegetarian cuisine. Gluten-free meals can be requested at an additional fee. Groups of 4 or more persons dine in the Japanese-style dining room, where chairs can be provided upon advance request.

Activities & Location

Ekoin Temple is a 3-minute walk from the Ichi-no-Hashi entrance to the ancient Okuno-In Temple and a 10-minute walk from Kongobu-ji Temple. Guests can participate in group meditation sessions and write Buddhist texts with a brush and ink on scrolls in their room. Hiking opportunities are available in the scenic surroundings of Koya-san.

Wellness & Practical Info

The temple has public baths open daily from 04:00 PM to 11:00 PM and 06:00 AM to 09:00 AM. Free parking is available on-site for guests. The property has a safety deposit box, daily housekeeping, and luggage storage.

• Temple Experience: 1000-year-old Buddhist temple with complimentary morning services and Goma fire ritual
• Rooms: Japanese-style tatami rooms with futon bedding and deep soaking bathtubs
• Dining: Buddhist vegetarian cuisine served in guest rooms
• Activities: Group meditation, Buddhist text writing, and hiking in Koya-san
• Location: 3-minute walk to Okuno-In Temple, 10-minute walk to Kongobu-ji Temple
• Practical: Free parking, public baths, and luggage storage

License number: 和歌山県指令高保第1684号