Temple Hotel Kannon-in

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About the shukubo

Zuishozan Kannon-in Nomanji (commonly known as "Higiri Jizo Son Kannon-in"). 2-13-18 Higashi, Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture. This private Temple Hotel is limited to one group per day, allowing you to enjoy the entire premises, including a beautiful private garden and a fully equipped kitchen, all to yourself. It's a sanctuary where tradition and modern comfort merge, allowing you to relax your mind and body.

A Shingon sect temple (with a history of approximately 380 years) said to have been founded in Shoho 1 (1644), it is the 10th temple of the Kanto 88 Sacred Places and the 33rd and 5th temple of the Joshu Kannon Sacred Places. The current head priest is Eishin Tsukimon. It has been selected as one of "Gunma's 100 Famous Places" and is locally known as "Shichijo Jizo Kannon-in." The 24th of every month is a lively engnichi, attracting many worshippers to the Jizo-do, bell tower, and Binzuru-do (hall dedicated to Binzuru, believed to have healing powers) within the temple grounds. Prayers are also held daily on days other than the engnichi, with the smoke of incense from worshippers never ceasing, attracting the faith of many people. The lush green grounds change colors with each season.

In June 2025, a tourist information cafe & park and a Korean herbal medicine cafe "Sabo Sara" also opened on the temple grounds.

History of the Temple

The legend of Higiri Jizo Son remains. It is said that long ago, when there was a large weaving mill, a giant appeared night after night. When he was shot with a gun, the bloodstains disappeared in the garden of Kannon-in. That night, Jizo appeared in the dream of the house's owner and said, "I have been standing every night to protect your house, but in the open air, I cannot gain the faith of the public. I want you to build a hall. If you make a wish for a limited number of days, your wish will surely be granted." It is said that a hall was built with donations from villagers. The bullet marks are still said to remain on Jizo's shoulder, which is the origin of the name "Higiri Jizo Son." There is a special Goshuin (temple seal) available only on the 24th of every month, the day of the engnichi, and original Goshuincho (Goshuin books) designed with a shakujo (Buddhist staff) and a sacred jewel (4 types) are also available.

Rooms and Rates

This is a private stay where one group per day can rent out the entire premises (up to 3 generationsmaximum 12 people). No other guests will stay at the same time during your visit.

• Private shukubo(1 group per day, entire premises)— Maximum 12 people, 2 guest rooms (Japanese-style room "Ori no Ma" + inner parlor), kitchen, dining, open-air bath overlooking a karesansui (dry landscape) garden

Rates vary depending on the date, number of people, and plan.Please check availability and rates using the reservation button.

Private shukubo

From the guest rooms, you can enjoy the elegant view of the garden. The tranquil atmosphere of the temple will lead you to a more comfortable sleep. The guest rooms are furnished with furniture made by local Kiryu craftsmen.

• Ori no Ma(Max. 4 people) — A Japanese-style room with a calm atmosphere and a pleasant scent of wood.
• Inner Parlor(Max. 8 people) — A space gently partitioned by fittings such as shoji screens and fusuma doors, allowing light and wind to pass through for a comfortable stay. Since it can be partitioned by fusuma, it can also be used if you wish to separate sleeping areas.Available for use by 3 or more guests.

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Water Facilities / Bath

The open-air bath overlooking the Japanese garden (karesansui garden) shows different expressions with each season. The water facilities are unified with the "INAX" brand, which values water culture, and the bathroom in the dining area features a different design to create a Japanese modern space. In addition, there is a separate shower room with a bath and toilet, and we use 100% organic shampoo, conditioner, and body soap from the "Leaf & Botanics" brand, which features natural essential oils utilizing the power of plants.

Kitchen / Dining

The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator-freezer, microwave, toaster, IH cooking heater, electric kettle, and a full set of cooking utensils and dishes, as well as air conditioning (AC and heating). A washer-dryer is also available. Amenities include towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hairdryer, toothbrushes, and a tea/coffee set (room wear is not provided).

Meals

• Room Only(No meals) — This is the basic plan for renting out the shukubo (temple lodging). You can cook your own meals in the kitchen.
• [2 Meals Included] Plan— Dinner and breakfast are provided at the local restaurant "Soba-dokoro Misaki", about a 3-minute walk from Kannon-in. Dinner starts at 18:00 and ends at 20:00, breakfast starts at 8:00 and ends at 9:30 (local seasonal vegetable breakfast). Please check the email after your reservation is confirmed for details.
• Add meals to Room Only— From "Add Meals" in the pre-check-in form sent after your reservation, you can order up to4 days before your check-in date.
  • Breakfast: Grilled Fish Bento (¥2,500) / Soba-dokoro Misaki Breakfast (¥2,500)
  • Dinner: Soba-dokoro Misaki Dinner (¥5,000) / Gyushigure Gozen (¥5,000) / Private Sushi Chef (Adult ¥30,000, Child ¥8,500)

Kannon-in does not offer shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine). We also do not accommodate special dietary requests such as allergies, vegetarian, or gluten-free.

About Your Stay

• Check-in / Check-out: Check-in 15:00-17:00, Check-out 11:00. Staff are available from 15:00-17:00; after 17:00, check-in is unattended (please contact us in advance if you will be checking in late).
• Entry Method: The entrance uses a keypad smart lock, and the PIN will be provided in the email after your reservation is confirmed. A separate entry guide will also be sent.
• Bedding12 sets of down comforters (Lipos). Futon size: 100 x 210 cm. No extra beds or additional mats are available.

Facilities and Amenities

• Maximum 12 guests (one group per day, private rental)
• 2 guest rooms, total 77㎡
• Wi-Fi
• Kitchen
• Open-air bath, shower room
• Washing machine, dryer
• Air conditioning/heating
• Hair dryer
• Karesansui garden (dry landscape garden)
• Keypad lock, self-check-in after 5 PM
• Check-in from 3 PM (staffed from 3 PM to 5 PM)
• Free parking (temple grounds, approx. 100 spaces)
• Approx. 15-minute walk from JR Kiryu Station
• Steps present, no barrier-free facilities
• No pets allowed
• Safety equipment

Experiences

• Morning service (chanting) from 6 AM every day—No reservation required, freeApprox. 40 minutes, in the main hall. Anyone, including non-guests, can participate and enjoy interaction with local residents.
• Sutra copying (calligraphy experience)— Reservation required. Instruction by the chief priest, who is a certified calligraphy master. Suitable for both beginners and experienced participants.
• Buddha image tracing— Reservation required. 15-30 minutes, ages 6 and up. Trace a Buddha image in the main hall to calm your mind.
• Meditation (Ajikan)— Advance reservation required. Approximately 40 minutes, 2,000 yen per person, for guests only, and for those who understand Japanese. The chief priest will instruct Ajikan, a Shingon Buddhist meditation and breathing method, in the main hall.
• Temple Yoga— Advance reservation required. Main hall, ages 6 and up. Held according to the instructor's schedule.
• Jizo Pilgrimage and Temple Fair— On the 24th of every month, a temple fair dedicated to Jizo Bodhisattva creates a lively connection between the temple and local residents.

For experiences requiring advance reservations,please apply via message on the reservation site after booking your stayor through theinquiry formon this website. We also accept consultations before booking.

As the chief priest handles all requests,there may be cases where we cannot accommodate your desired date and time due to memorial services or temple duties.If you have a specific date and time in mind, please let us know as early as possible to facilitate arrangements.

Access

2-13-18 Azuma, Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture 376-0031

• Bus: Approx. 10 minutes walk from Orihime Bus Honcho 4-chome bus stop
• Car: Approx. 20 minutes from Tohoku Expressway Ota-Kiryu IC, approx. 2 minutes from Kita-Kanto Expressway Ota-Yabuzuka IC
• Parking: Approx. 100 spaces within the temple grounds, free of charge
• Nearby AttractionsLocal Sightseeing

: Morning sutra chanting and temple fair, Kiryu Shinmachi townscape and sawtooth roofs, Himokawa Udon are introduced in the

• Kiryu Tourist Guideis summarized in.Dining:Soba-dokoro Misaki ↗

• (Handmade Soba)Drugstore:Marue Drug Kiryu Higashi Store ↗

• Hospital:Kiryu Kose General Hospital ↗
• Convenience Store:Lawson Kiryu Higashi 1-chome Store ↗
• Frequently Asked QuestionsBefore You Book

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3 PM.

Cancellations are possible. Cancellation fees will be