Name: Jokiin
Address: 648-0211 Wakayama, Koyasan, Koyasan 365, Japan, Koyasan 365, Wakayama, 648-0211, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $173 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Ryokan Jokiin

648-0211 Wakayama, Koyasan, Koyasan 365, Japan – Excellent location – show map

Big fluffy futon blankets and heated table blanket, very cozy in winter. The staff are so helpful and friendly, made the stay very pleasant

Adele

Australia

This is not your typical ryoken or hotel. It is a monastery that is built on a very traditional Japanese design and is traditional in every way. So--no view from the room, though beautiful gardens you can see from the hallways. Bath is tattoo-friendly. And the meals are utterly amazing. But the experience is more like moving back in time to the mid/late 19th Cent. upper class life style in Japan--very authentic but not at all modern. We loved it, but many people might not. But OMG the food! More than we could possibly eat, and so delicious and so many different dishes. Everything is vegan and each dish is unique. The only repeats (dinner and breakfast) are rice and tea. Worth it for the food alone!

Shariann

United States of America

An amazing place! We loved our time here. The service was fantastic, and the staff spoke excellent English. They were so thoughtful and kind, and we were very comfortable. The food was delicious, and the morning service was such a cool experience. I wish we could have stayed longer. I hope to come back again someday.

Meredith

United States of America

The food is amazing and the temple is absolutely beautiful. The heating is strong enough to keep the room comfortable even sleeping in tatamis. The morning ceremony was a great ending to the whole experience.

Netherlands

Of our three weeks in Japan, this was our favorite place to stay. A once in a lifetime experience. Amazing food. Beautiful onsen. Attending the service in the morning was an added treat. Will definitely come back next time we are in Japan.

Madison

United States of America

The breakfast and dinner were delicious, and the location is very convenient to everything you'll want to see in Koya, either by walking or city bus. If you're like me and your body has taken it's licks over the years sleeping on one futon pad can be a little hard, but if you ask the staff will gladly put down an extra pad or two for you. The best part of our stay was the morning prayers!

Jeffrey

United States of America

Very friendly staff. One staff member even helped us plan for our next destination in Japan and booked a bus ticket for us. Great traditional room with view on the garden and yukata's to wear around the property. Delicious dinner and breakfast. Relaxing onsen. Practically unlimited tea.

Rosa456

Netherlands

Beautiful property and an ideal location in the middle of Koyasan! The staff was very kind and we loved dinner and breakfast - all vegetarian.

Elisabeth

United States of America

We loved the room, the food and the treatment from the staff

Hila

Israel

The temple was gorgeous both inside and out. The room was spacious, the gardens were beautiful, and the food was excellent.

Garrett

United States of America

What guests loved the most:
“Big fluffy futon blankets and heated table blanket, very cozy in winter. The staff are so helpful and friendly, made the stay very pleasant”

Adele Australia
“This is not your typical ryoken or hotel. It is a monastery that is built on a very traditional Japanese design and is traditional in every way.”

Shariann United States of America
“An amazing place! We loved our time here. The service was fantastic, and the staff spoke excellent English. They were so thoughtful and kind, and we were very comfortable.”

Meredith United States of America
“The food is amazing and the temple is absolutely beautiful. The heating is strong enough to keep the room comfortable even sleeping in tatamis.”

J Netherlands
“Of our three weeks in Japan, this was our favorite place to stay. A once in a lifetime experience. Amazing food. Beautiful onsen. Attending the service in the morning was an added treat.”

Madison United States of America
“The breakfast and dinner were delicious, and the location is very convenient to everything you'll want to see in Koya, either by walking or city bus.”

Jeffrey United States of America
“Very friendly staff. One staff member even helped us plan for our next destination in Japan and booked a bus ticket for us.”

Rosa456 Netherlands
“Beautiful property and an ideal location in the middle of Koyasan! The staff was very kind and we loved dinner and breakfast - all vegetarian.”

Elisabeth United States of America
“We loved the room, the food and the treatment from the staff”

Hila Israel
“The temple was gorgeous both inside and out. The room was spacious, the gardens were beautiful, and the food was excellent.”

Garrett United States of America

Categories:

Staff9.5
Facilities8.8
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort8.8
Value for money7.8
Location 9.6
Free WiFi8.1

High score for Koyasan

Located in Koyasan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jokiin offers free private parking.

All rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Rooms have a shared bathroom. Jokiin features free WiFi throughout the property.

There is luggage storage space at the property. Guests can participate in the morning prayers upon request.

The property is a minute's walk from Kongobu-ji Temple. The temple building is also located nearby.

This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more

What's a ryokan?

A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?

Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
What's a kaiseki meal?

Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
What's a yukata?

A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
How should I wear a yukata?

First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?

Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
What's standard bathing etiquette?

At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
Why are tattoos not allowed?

While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Sleeps	Accommodation Type	Price
Max adults: 4. Max children: 2	Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom 4 futon beds
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Max adults: 3. Max children: 2	Renewal Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - No View 3 futon beds
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Max adults: 2	Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room 2 futon beds
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Max adults: 6. Max children: 2	Japanese-Style Superior Family Room with Shared Bathroom 6 futon beds
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Max adults: 6. Max children: 2	Japanese-Style Deluxe Family Room 6 futon beds
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Max adults: 5. Max children: 2	Japanese-Style Standard Family Room with Shared Bathroom 5 futon beds
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Max adults: 2	Japanese-Style Economy Twin Room 2 futon beds
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Max adults: 4. Max children: 2	Japanese-Style Junior Suite Room with Garden View 4 futon beds
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Max adults: 5. Max children: 2	Japanese-Style Standard Family Room Shared Bathroom No View 5 futon beds
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Is the room heated during winter? How cold is it in end Nov?

Hello, Koyasan is very very cold place. Located at top of the mountain (900 meters high), temperature is 10 degrees colder than Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and other near cities. In the end of Nov. temperature will be 5 degees to 0 degrees. Also our building is over hundreds years and authentic building made of just wood and paper, therefore NOT insulated. So we recommend to bring warm cloth with you. But we hope you enjoy our temple,maybe sometimes not so convenient like in the big city, and feel something different from other touristic accommodations. Anyway, we are very looking forward to seeing you then. Warmest regards,

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Asked about: Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room • Answered on February 22, 2020
What time are the communal baths available?

Hello. thank you for your inquiry. It opens at 4:30pm until 9:30pm (Dec. - Mar.) and 10pm(Apr.-Nov.).

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Answered on February 11, 2020
Do you cater for any allergy or food preferences?

Hello, Thank you for your inquiry. Also,our meals at temple are "Syojin Cuisine", which was originally made as a special kind of vegetarian dish for buddhist monks. It's without any meat, fish, egg, dairy nor strong taste's vegetables such as garlic, onion, nor leeks. Also, seasoning is simple, not strong flavor so we can taste original taste of the ingredients itself. If you have any food allergies to plant ingredients such as gluten, mushroom, sesame seeds, sea weeds or something, please let us know in advance so we can prepare allergy free meals for you. Kind regards,

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Answered on February 11, 2020
Is it possible to have gluten free options for breakfast and diner?

Thank you for your inquiry. We can prepare gluten free meals. Also,our meals at temple are "Syojin Cuisine", which was originally made as a special kind of vegetarian dish for buddhist monks. It's without any meat, fish, egg, dairy nor strong taste's vegetables such as garlic, onion, nor leeks. Also, seasoning is simple, not strong flavor so we can taste original taste of the ingredients itself. If you have any food allergies to plant ingredients such as gluten, mushroom, sesame seeds, sea weeds or something, please let us know in advance so we can prepare allergy free meals for you. Kind regards,

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Are guests with hotels allowed in the public baths?

All of our guests can use our large public bathroom, separated by male and female. Oue public bathroom has shampoo, hair conditioner and body soap.

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Answered on February 11, 2020
What time do I have to arrive for dinner?

Hello, According to our official policy, please kindly note our guests need to check in before 5:30pm (check in time is between 3-5:30pm/If you arrive earlier than 3pm, of course we can keep your luggage.) Dinner and Allergy: Especially, the guests who booked room with meals (dinner + breakfast), might not be able to have dinner if you cannot arrive here before 5:30. Also, our meals at temple are completely vegetarian one, but if you have any allergy such as gluten, nuts or mushroom, please let us know ASAP. Of course we can prepare allergy free meals if you let us know in advance, but we cannot accept any changes after you arrive here. If you need any more information, please let us know at any time. We are very looking forward to seeing you soon. Kind regards,

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Answered on February 22, 2020
Hi there, which rooms have a private toilet? Thanks

Hello, Among all of our rooms, just 4 rooms below have private bathroom (toilet). *Japanese-Style Superior Family Room with Shared Bathroom *Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room *Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom *Japanese-Style Junior Suite Room with Garden View We hope this would be any help for you. If you have any other questions, please let us know any time. Kind regards,

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Area Info *

What's nearby

Kongobu-ji Temple

0.1 miles
Nyonindo

0.5 miles
Niukanshobu Shrine

6 miles
Jison-in Temple

6 miles
Kokawa-dera Temple

11.1 miles

Restaurants & cafes

Cafe/Bar 御茶処西利

0.1 miles
Restaurant 丸万

0.2 miles

Public transit

Train Koyasan Station

1.1 miles

Closest Airports

Kansai International Airport

24.8 miles
Kobe Airport

35.6 miles
Shirahama Airport

40.1 miles

How to get to Jokiin from Kansai International Airport

Public transportation

Free parking is available.

* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Check-in

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa JCB Diners Club American Express Jokiin accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please note that this accommodations is a pilgrims' lodging located within a temple.

Please note that some rooms cannot be locked.

Please note guests must climb stairs and go up a steep hill in order to reach the property.

Dinner requests on-site cannot be accommodated. Dinner options in the vicinity are limited and do not offer an English menu.

Guests with food allergies or other dietary restrictions should inform the property in advance.

To use the property's on-site public bath, a specific time may be allocated to the guest, depending on availability. Please also note that the size of the public bath allocated may vary, depending on your day of arrival.

Child rates apply. Guests with children must inform the property at the time of booking. Please specify how many children will be staying and their respective ages in the special request box or contact the property directly.

Please note this is strictly a nonsmoking property. Any violation of this policy will result in additional cleaning fees.

Guests must check in by 5:30 PM to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

Jokiin is 1,500 feet from the center of Koyasan.
The following parking options are available to guests staying at Jokiin (subject to availability):
- Parking on site
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Free parking
Yes, Jokiin is popular with guests booking family stays.
Check-in at Jokiin is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
The prices at Jokiin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
From the nearest airport, you can get to Jokiin by:
- Airport shuttle (public) 1h 50min
- Train 3h
Guests staying at Jokiin can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Vegetarian
Room options at Jokiin include:
- Quad
- Triple
- Twin
- Family
- Suite
Jokiin offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Bathhouse

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