Name: Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin
Address: 648-0211 Wakayama, Koyasan, Ito-gun Koyacho Koyasan 456, Japan, Ito-gun Koyacho Koyasan 456, Wakayama, 648-0211, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $116 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.2

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Ryokan Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin

648-0211 Wakayama, Koyasan, Ito-gun Koyacho Koyasan 456, Japan – Excellent location – show map

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The food was so delicious! I wouldn't say it was healthy vegetarian but it was yummy, even though there was plenty of new foods we didn't recognize. The room was beautiful, too. We loved the heated kotatsu table to keep our feet warm while drinking green tea since it was winter. It's very peaceful and calm. It is also a convenient distance from the shops in the main part of town.

Joanna

United States of America

What a wonderful property! It was very clean, peaceful, and our annex room was very large. We booked a room with a private bath, which we really enjoyed. We were also extremely impressed with the wonderful dinner — so much variety and flavor — as well as the breakfast! The monks were friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.

Sophie

United States of America

The dinner was truly fantastic and beautiful, as was the breakfast after the prayer service. Fudo-in is great because you're located right between the two ends of Koyasan, in easy walking distance to both.

Duncan

United States of America

I like that the place is not too crowded when I was there. It creates different atmosphere and more silent experience. The monk who taking care of us is so kind and attentive in his own way. The food was amazing. I didn’t know that vegetarians meals can be so decadent.

Yayu

Indonesia

I had the opportunity to stay at two different ryokan temples while on Mt Koya. This was the second of the two, and I am glad that I had the chance to compare. Both were different experiences. Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin was a newer, shinier ryokan compared to my other temple stay. While both offered the same broad features, this temple was aimed more at upscale visitors. I read several comments about Mt. Koya while researching where bloggers complained about the temple stay experience. First, you need to know what you are going to experience. However, this is more for those who might complain about other temple experiences given the more upscale polish. What I did like about Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin was the dining room (my other ryokan temple you ate in your room), the room size and a beautiful garden.

Mark

United States of America

Clean, priests were very welcoming and helpful. Room was spacious with comfortable futons. Attached bathroom was clean and spacious with all toiletries provided. Food was amazing. Prayer ceremony was an incredible experience.Highly recommend this lodging.

Anuradha

United States of America

Beautiful hotel, great food, but lack of chairs makes its bit challenging for non-Japanese visitors

Helen

United States of America

The building is historical and within a temple. It provides some cultural experience for attendees.

Mei

Hong Kong

The food, decor, spaciousness, and grounds were breathtaking. The room included a beautiful table, a hot water thermal jug and tea set, art, etc and was incredibly huge for Japan. We were kindly invited to a 7am service, with a paper translating the chief priest's speech (on world peace, gratitude, etc) and with a transcription of a heart mantra. The monks lent us umbrellas. The bedding was very comfortable, and we could control the room's heating. Bus stop 8 is only about 200 meters from the entrance. The monks let us check in over an hour early.

Luke

United Kingdom

Vegan meals were wonderful, beautifully presented and healthy. The onsen. Interactive morning prayers.

Doug

United States of America

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What guests loved the most:
“The food was so delicious! I wouldn't say it was healthy vegetarian but it was yummy, even though there was plenty of new foods we didn't recognize. The room was beautiful, too.”

Joanna United States of America
“What a wonderful property! It was very clean, peaceful, and our annex room was very large. We booked a room with a private bath, which we really enjoyed.”

Sophie United States of America
“The dinner was truly fantastic and beautiful, as was the breakfast after the prayer service.”

Duncan United States of America
“I like that the place is not too crowded when I was there. It creates different atmosphere and more silent experience. The monk who taking care of us is so kind and attentive in his own way.”

Yayu Indonesia
“I had the opportunity to stay at two different ryokan temples while on Mt Koya. This was the second of the two, and I am glad that I had the chance to compare. Both were different experiences.”

Mark United States of America
“Clean, priests were very welcoming and helpful. Room was spacious with comfortable futons. Attached bathroom was clean and spacious with all toiletries provided. Food was amazing.”

Anuradha United States of America
“Beautiful hotel, great food, but lack of chairs makes its bit challenging for non-Japanese visitors”

Helen United States of America
“The building is historical and within a temple. It provides some cultural experience for attendees.”

Mei Hong Kong
“The food, decor, spaciousness, and grounds were breathtaking. The room included a beautiful table, a hot water thermal jug and tea set, art, etc and was incredibly huge for Japan.”

Luke United Kingdom
“Vegan meals were wonderful, beautifully presented and healthy. The onsen. Interactive morning prayers.”

Doug United States of America

Located in Koyasan, within a 9-minute walk of Kongobu-ji Temple and one mile of Nyonindo, Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin provides accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 3-star ryokan offers luggage storage space. The ryokan features family rooms.

Guests at the ryokan can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast.

The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 40 miles from Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin.

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 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Max adults: 4	Standard Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom 4 futon beds
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Max adults: 6	Deluxe Japanese-Style Room - Annex Garden View 6 futon beds
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Max adults: 5	Superior Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex Garden View 5 futon beds
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Area Info

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What's nearby *

Kongobu-ji Temple
0.4 miles
Nyonindo
0.8 miles
Koyasan Station
1.3 miles
Niukanshobu Shrine
6.2 miles
Jison-in Temple
6.2 miles
Kokawa-dera Temple
11.6 miles
Tanize Suspension Bridge
12.4 miles
Kansai Cycle Sports Centre
14.4 miles
Shipporyu-ji Temple
14.5 miles
Okumizuma Onsen
15.6 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

梵恩舎 Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
中本名玉堂食堂部 Restaurant
0.2 miles
ココストアぜにや店 Supermarket
0.3 miles

Closest Airports *

Kansai International Airport
25.2 miles
Kobe Airport
35.9 miles
Shirahama Airport
40.1 miles

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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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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

Children over 13 are welcome.

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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

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Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

“The food was so delicious! I wouldn't say it was healthy vegetarian but it was yummy, even though there was plenty of new foods we didn't recognize. The room was beautiful, too. We loved the heated kotatsu table to keep our feet warm while drinking green tea since it was winter. It's very peaceful and calm. It is also a convenient distance from the shops in the main part of town. ”

“What a wonderful property! It was very clean, peaceful, and our annex room was very large. We booked a room with a private bath, which we really enjoyed. We were also extremely impressed with the wonderful dinner — so much variety and flavor — as well as the breakfast! The monks were friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. ”

“The dinner was truly fantastic and beautiful, as was the breakfast after the prayer service. Fudo-in is great because you're located right between the two ends of Koyasan, in easy walking distance to both. ”

“I like that the place is not too crowded when I was there. It creates different atmosphere and more silent experience. The monk who taking care of us is so kind and attentive in his own way. The food was amazing. I didn’t know that vegetarians meals can be so decadent. ”

“I had the opportunity to stay at two different ryokan temples while on Mt Koya. This was the second of the two, and I am glad that I had the chance to compare. Both were different experiences. Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin was a newer, shinier ryokan compared to my other temple stay. While both offered the same broad features, this temple was aimed more at upscale visitors. I read several comments about Mt. Koya while researching where bloggers complained about the temple stay experience. First, you need to know what you are going to experience. However, this is more for those who might complain about other temple experiences given the more upscale polish. What I did like about Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin was the dining room (my other ryokan temple you ate in your room), the room size and a beautiful garden.”

“Clean, priests were very welcoming and helpful. Room was spacious with comfortable futons. Attached bathroom was clean and spacious with all toiletries provided. Food was amazing. Prayer ceremony was an incredible experience.Highly recommend this lodging.”

“The food, decor, spaciousness, and grounds were breathtaking. The room included a beautiful table, a hot water thermal jug and tea set, art, etc and was incredibly huge for Japan. We were kindly invited to a 7am service, with a paper translating the chief priest's speech (on world peace, gratitude, etc) and with a transcription of a heart mantra. The monks lent us umbrellas. The bedding was very comfortable, and we could control the room's heating. Bus stop 8 is only about 200 meters from the entrance. The monks let us check in over an hour early.”

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Reviewed: February 22, 2020

Kaylee
Singapore

5 helpful votes
10

“An awesome place to stay in Koyasan ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The best place to experience the Japanese buddhism ceremony.

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 20, 2020

Anonymous
United States of America
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We went in winter, and it is not well insulated. The included heater helped, but still cold when it’s on. But it is still worth it!
Authentic Buddhist temple. The included meals were phenomenal (we also traveled through Tokyo and Osaka; this was some of the best food despite being vegan). The garden was serene.

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 11, 2020

Joanna
United States of America

1 helpful vote
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The food was so delicious! I wouldn't say it was healthy vegetarian but it was yummy, even though there was plenty of new foods we didn't recognize. The room was beautiful, too. We loved the heated kotatsu table to keep our feet warm while drinking green tea since it was winter. It's very peaceful and calm. It is also a convenient distance from the shops in the main part of town.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: February 7, 2020

Anonymous
Switzerland

1 helpful vote
10

“Amazing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I have enjoyed my stay very much. Very hospitable monks and the breakfast as well as the dinner was very delicious.

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 4, 2020

Lara
Argentina

2 helpful votes
9.0

“An incredible first-sight on the history of buddism and japanese customs and culture in general.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
Just some warning about all the city closing so early (like 4pm, almost every shop and temple would be closed).
The morning ceremony at the temple. The beautiful garden and surroundings of the temple and of Koyasan in general. The japanese-style dormitory was an excellent experience to live.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: February 2, 2020

Sophie
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No complaints
What a wonderful property! It was very clean, peaceful, and our annex room was very large. We booked a room with a private bath, which we really enjoyed. We were also extremely impressed with the wonderful dinner — so much variety and flavor — as well as the breakfast! The monks were friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: February 2, 2020

Anonymous
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful premises in a beautiful location. The staff were friendly and accommodating to any needs.

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: January 29, 2020

Lucie
Japan

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous stay in winter. The location of the temple is perfect, very close to a bus stop. Housing conditions are really nice, the place is clean, comfortable, and warm (in the rooms). We really appreciate the traditional Japanese food at dinner and breakfast,very filling! The monks were very welcoming. The beautiful view on the garden, the quietness of the place, and the morning service give a peaceful experience to be remembered.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 28, 2020

Anonymous
China

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
excellent！the food is great！

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 26, 2020

Magdalena
Iceland
9.0

“Charming place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I wish we could speak more japaneese or the monks could speak more english.
Everything was great, dinner was delicious and served in a very beautiful way. Morning ceremony was charming. You can use the public bath even if you have tattoos. Very peaceful and lovely place. If you want to escape big cities this is your place. Even the way to getting there from osaka by train is an adventure.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 24, 2020

Duncan
United States of America

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I would have asked about what parts of the temple are accessible to guests when checking in. They didn't explain it very explicitly. There are some very beautiful rooms and gardens that I didn't realize were there until the morning when heading to prayer service.
The dinner was truly fantastic and beautiful, as was the breakfast after the prayer service. Fudo-in is great because you're located right between the two ends of Koyasan, in easy walking distance to both.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: December 31, 2019

Yayu
Indonesia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The diner is a bit pricey, ¥5000 for 1 time diner. But I guest it is because it’s special meal prepared by the monks.
I like that the place is not too crowded when I was there. It creates different atmosphere and more silent experience. The monk who taking care of us is so kind and attentive in his own way. The food was amazing. I didn’t know that vegetarians meals can be so decadent.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 26, 2019

Anonymous
New Zealand
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Expensive, but all temple stays are.
Food was amazing, brilliant experience.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 5, 2019

Sarah
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
Beautiful room, great view, amazing cedar wood bath with forest view. Warm hospitality, dinner was incredible, breakfast was lovely. Wish we had stayed 2 nights!

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 5, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I won't describe much as I don't want to spoil the future visits but it was a very peaceful break during our Japan tour. The rooms are beautifully simple. Make sure you wear very warm clothes if visiting in autumn/winter though!!! The baths are open from 4:30pm to 9pm. Dinner was wonderful. Breakfast was nice, different from anything you've ever tasted on your life! Make sure to go to the night cemetery tour at Ekoin (5 min walk and bookable online). I would like to thank the monks again for their warm welcome.

Stayed in December 2019

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