Sojiin

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9.4
/10
Exceptional
113 reviews

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heather

10.0
/ 10
Incredible experience to stay at a shrine and be served excellent vegan food and join in prayers and meditation the following mornjng

Alexandra

10.0
/ 10
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.

Gabriela

10.0
/ 10
Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
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143 Koyasan, Ito, Nara, Yoshino-gun, Kansai, Japan, 648-0211

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143 Koyasan, Ito, Nara, Yoshino-gun, Kansai, Japan, 648-0211
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Near Jokiin

Location


When you stay at Sojiin in Koya, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Danjo Garan Temple and Konpon Daito Pagoda. This ryokan is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Jokiin and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Dai-tō.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Danjo Garan Temple - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Konpon Daito Pagoda - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Jokiin - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Dai-tō - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Kongobuji Temple - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Kondō - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Koyasan Daishi Kyokai - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Koyasan University - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Koyasan Reihokan Museum - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Sai-tō - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Anyoin Temple - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Muryokoin Temple - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Tokugawa Mausoleum - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Daimon Gate - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Karukayado Temple - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

The nearest major airport is Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 72.6 km / 45.1 mi

Facilities


Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this ryokan include concierge services and wedding services.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include luggage storage, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining


Take advantage of the ryokan's room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary Japanese breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bidets and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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General

  • Smoking area
  • Parking
  • Terrace

Accessibilty

  • Disabled access friendly
  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible path of travel

Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding service
  • Concierge

Food and Drinks

  • Japanese breakfast
  • Breakfast

Public Facilities

  • Safety deposit box
  • Elevator

Things to Do

  • Garden

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Sojiin

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 17:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

Pets

Service Animals Allowed

Additional Policy

Property does not require health documentation at check-in, Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, Unicode Support true, No rollaway/extra beds available, Cashless transactions are available, Contactless check-in is available, Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

General Information

Popular Facilities
Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 17:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Sojiin
13
Number of floors in Sojiin
2
Another facilities in Sojiin
Smoking area, Terrace, Disabled access friendly, Accessible parking, Accessible path of travel

Frequently asked question in Sojiin

What are available facilities at Sojiin?
There are top facilites at Sojiin such as Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Sojiin?
The standard check-in time at Sojiin is starting from 15:00 - 17:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does Sojiin provide breakfast?
Yes, Sojiin provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Sojiin
Sojiin has a 3.0-star rating.
How many floors does Sojiin have?
Sojiin has 2.
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9.4
Exceptional
From 113 reviews
Cleanliness

9.8

Room Comfort

9.2

Location

8.0

Service and Facilites

9.4

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heather
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

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Incredible experience to stay at a shrine and be served excellent vegan food and join in prayers and meditation the following mornjng
zhen
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

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Dinning is more than expected
Alexandra
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 42 week(s) ago

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Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
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Gabriela
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

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Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
Prasad
6.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

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Very expensive for a night stay and meager services/food offered
Rachel
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

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Two wonderful nights at Soujiin, Koyasan. Beautiful property in centre of town with an authentic traditional Japanese experience. Meals are traditional Japanese, & are all vegetarian. Highly recommended!!
Philip
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

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Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
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Mark
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

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This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 63 week(s) ago

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Peaceful, super comfortable, and one of the best meals I’ve ever had!
Guillermo
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4.0
/10
Reviewed 65 week(s) ago

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I would say this stay came off as a tourist trap. The monks were also not very nice. We were told to leave early from the morning ceremony because it had become “Japanese only”… paid a lot of money to be told you had to leave. There was no translator or someone to inform us about the ceremony like we had been told.
Daniel
10.0
/10
Reviewed 65 week(s) ago

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Excellent stay :)
Trevor
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 71 week(s) ago

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Amazing service, best vegan food I’ve ever had, very flavourful. Definitely a unique experience I’d recommend staying in a temple lodging like this at least once.
Subrato
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 72 week(s) ago

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First time staying in a Skukubo in Japan. The traditional Japanese ryokan style of the Sojin was great. Including tatami matts and sliding doors. The staff and monk service was very accomodating. They provided extra water when I asked for it, and made my bed while I was having dinner. Expecially the dining experience of the Buddhist monks cooking and serving their meals of Shojin Ryori. These were the best meals I have ever had!
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Daniel
8.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

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Everything was great
Leilani
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 82 week(s) ago

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The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
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Satah
8.0
/10
Reviewed 96 week(s) ago

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I really enjoyed the morning ceremony and opportunity to learn more of the buddhist culture. Make sure to arrive on time for meals. Beautiful location and accommodation.
Julia
10.0
/10
Reviewed 106 week(s) ago

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This was a wonderful traditional ryokan temple stay. The food was excellent. The onsen was tranquil. The room was spacious and futons very comfortable. The english speaking gentleman (who worked w the temple) was knowledgeable, passionate and eager to answer questions.
Amelia
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 120 week(s) ago

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Really nice staff who explain the culture and history of Koyasan really well! I recommend booking with breakfast and dinner included as the food is amazing and unique and you won't find it anywhere else in Japan!
Ian
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 130 week(s) ago

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Beautiful place to stay in Kōyasan, the food is very good and the monks and staff are so kind and attentive. I recommend staying here for an authentic Buddhist temple experience. And don’t miss the morning prayer.
Bob
10.0
/10
Reviewed 158 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Sayaka San was wonderful, friendly, attentive and professional. She became our Japanese grand daughter.😏😆
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9.4
Exceptional
From 113 reviews
Cleanliness

9.8

Room Comfort

9.2

Location

8.0

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Traveler Reviews Sojiin

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Top reviews
heather
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Incredible experience to stay at a shrine and be served excellent vegan food and join in prayers and meditation the following mornjng
zhen
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Dinning is more than expected
Alexandra
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 42 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
Read More
Gabriela
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
Prasad
6.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very expensive for a night stay and meager services/food offered
Rachel
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Two wonderful nights at Soujiin, Koyasan. Beautiful property in centre of town with an authentic traditional Japanese experience. Meals are traditional Japanese, & are all vegetarian. Highly recommended!!
Philip
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
Read More
Mark
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
Read More
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 63 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Peaceful, super comfortable, and one of the best meals I’ve ever had!
Guillermo
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 65 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I would say this stay came off as a tourist trap. The monks were also not very nice. We were told to leave early from the morning ceremony because it had become “Japanese only”… paid a lot of money to be told you had to leave. There was no translator or someone to inform us about the ceremony like we had been told.
Daniel
10.0
/10
Reviewed 65 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent stay :)
Trevor
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 71 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing service, best vegan food I’ve ever had, very flavourful. Definitely a unique experience I’d recommend staying in a temple lodging like this at least once.
Subrato
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 72 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

First time staying in a Skukubo in Japan. The traditional Japanese ryokan style of the Sojin was great. Including tatami matts and sliding doors. The staff and monk service was very accomodating. They provided extra water when I asked for it, and made my bed while I was having dinner. Expecially the dining experience of the Buddhist monks cooking and serving their meals of Shojin Ryori. These were the best meals I have ever had!
Read More
Daniel
8.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Everything was great
Leilani
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 82 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
Read More
Satah
8.0
/10
Reviewed 96 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I really enjoyed the morning ceremony and opportunity to learn more of the buddhist culture. Make sure to arrive on time for meals. Beautiful location and accommodation.
Julia
10.0
/10
Reviewed 106 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This was a wonderful traditional ryokan temple stay. The food was excellent. The onsen was tranquil. The room was spacious and futons very comfortable. The english speaking gentleman (who worked w the temple) was knowledgeable, passionate and eager to answer questions.
Amelia
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 120 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really nice staff who explain the culture and history of Koyasan really well! I recommend booking with breakfast and dinner included as the food is amazing and unique and you won't find it anywhere else in Japan!
Ian
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 130 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Beautiful place to stay in Kōyasan, the food is very good and the monks and staff are so kind and attentive. I recommend staying here for an authentic Buddhist temple experience. And don’t miss the morning prayer.
Bob
10.0
/10
Reviewed 158 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Sayaka San was wonderful, friendly, attentive and professional. She became our Japanese grand daughter.😏😆
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