Temple Hotel Shodenji
About the shukubo
Matsuryuzan Shodenji (commonly known as "Shodenji"・Nichiren sect). 1-12-12 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
Shodenji renovated its kuri (temple kitchen and living quarters) adjacent to the main hall within the temple grounds as accommodation, opening it to general guests as a shukubo (temple lodging) in July 2019. The temple's wish to "open the temple to more people and encourage them to visit" has begun in the form of a shukubo.
History of the Temple
Shodenji was an hermitage where the 107th Emperor spent his later years, established in 1602. Later, this hermitage became the Edo branch office of the Nichiren sect, a major sect among Japan's thirteen Buddhist denominations, and was formally established as a temple under its current name, "Matsuryuzan Shodenji."
The guardian deity of Shodenji is Bishamontenno. Bishamontenno is one of the "Four Heavenly Kings," said to be the strongest among the gods who protect Buddhism. Although originally an Indian deity, Bishamontenno became so popular among common people that he is one of the "Seven Gods of Fortune," a unique Japanese belief, and was enshrined as a god offering many blessings.
Edo Meisho Zue
"Edo Meisho Zue," which depicted famous places and the daily lives of common people in Edo during the 1830s, also records the bustling atmosphere of Shodenji at the time. The illustrations show common people visiting Shodenji on "Tiger Days" (Tora no Hi), old calendar days believed to bring good fortune. Even today at Shodenji, the Bishamondo holds a special opening and prayers on the "First Tiger Day" of January, May, and September.
Goshuin
Shodenji's goshuin (temple seal stamp) depicts Bishamonten. Here at Shodenji, one of the Nichiren sect's historically significant statues of Bishamontenno was gifted by a high-ranking priest of the same sect. For this reason, Shodenji was counted as one of the "Three Great Bishamon of Edo" and gathered the faith of many common people.
Bishamontenno was deeply revered as the "God of Victory" by warlords who made their names during the Sengoku period. After the Sengoku period ended and the Edo period began, he came to be worshipped as a god of fortune who improves business prosperity, financial luck, and wealth.
Guardian Beasts
The guardian beasts protecting the Bishamondo are "tigers" (tora). This is an unusual combination, as komainu are typical.
Blessings of Bishamonten— Business prosperity / Improvement of financial luck and wealth / Lasting military fortune, victory, and good luck / Warding off evil and inviting good fortune
Rooms and Rates
You can stay in a newly built residential building located at Shiba Shodenji, a Nichiren sect temple with approximately 400 years of history. The residential building, newly constructed in 2015, is a two-story independent dwelling with one room on each floor. Each room is a 1LDK with a bath,The entire building can be rented for up to 10 people.available for your stay.
- Sakura no Ma (Cherry Blossom Room)(DOWN STAIRS・1st Floor)— 45㎡・2 King Beds + 1 Double Sofa Bed
- Tachibana no Ma (Mandarin Orange Room)(UP STAIRS・2nd Floor)— 48㎡・2 Single Futons + 2 Double Futons
- Entire Temple House Rental— 98㎡ (2 rooms)・Maximum 10 people・Above 2 rooms + common area
- Long-term shukubo stay(Extended Stay Plan)— Please inquire
Prices vary depending on the date and number of guests.Please check availability and prices from the reservation button for each room.
Sakura no Ma (DOWN STAIRS)
The "Sakura no Ma" on the first floor features two low-rise king-size beds in the bedroom. The living room is equipped with a sofa set (which can also be converted into a bed) and a full-size kitchen. The bathroom is large, allowing even tall guests to comfortably enjoy the bathtub.You can access the room without using stairs.
Tachibana no Ma (UP STAIRS)
The "Tachibana no Ma" on the second floor is 48 square meters and offers two double-sized futons in a Japanese-style bedroom. The living room features a tea room unit that can be used as a tea room during the day and an extra bedroom at night. It is also equipped with a full-size kitchen.You will need to use stairs to access this room.
Entire Temple House Rental
Combining the Sakura no Ma and Tachibana no Ma,up to 10 guestscan be accommodated. Guests can use the rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, as well as common areas.
Long-term shukubo (temple lodging) Stay (Long-stay Plan)
Shodenji's shukubo accepts long-term stays. By staying at a temple shukubo, where you can distance yourself from daily life, you can expect various benefits such as regulating your life rhythm, sharpening your thoughts, and taking a break from a digitally overloaded environment. We can also guide you to participate in temple events and activities (schedule confirmation required; some may incur a fee).
Of course, commuting to work or school from the temple is also possible. A major feature unique to Shodenji, located in the city center, is that you can bring change to your daily life by staying at the temple without taking time off from work or school. For details and requests, pleasecontact us.
About Your Stay
- Check-in / Check-out: IN 16:00〜 (unattended check-in, anytime possible) / OUT 11:00
- Room Access: Each residence uses a keypad auto-lock door. Entry instructions will be sent separately.
- Meals: Meals are not provided (no dinner or breakfast). You can cook your own meals in the full-size kitchen in each room.
- Amenities: Towels / Bath amenities (100% organic shampoo, conditioner, body soap) / Coffee set
- Utilities: Air conditioning/heating / Kotatsu (winter only) / Kitchen / Refrigerator / Full set of cooking utensils and tableware / Washer-dryer / Microwave / Toaster / Electric kettle / Bluetooth speaker
⚠️Please confirm before booking
- There is a railway line nearby.Train sounds may be audible inside the rooms,so guests sensitive to noise should consider their booking carefully.
- Other guests may be using the floors above and below.The entrance is shared.でご利用いただきます。
- Temple visits are by reservation only.
Facilities and Equipment
- Maximum 10 people per building
- Each room is 1LDK (45㎡・48㎡)
- Wi-Fi
- Kitchen
- Bath/vanity (in each room)
- Washing machine/dryer
- Air conditioning/heating
- Hair dryer
- TV
- Baby crib
- Keypad lock / Self check-in
- CHECK-IN 16:00 / CHECK-OUT 11:00
- 10-minute walk from Hamamatsucho / Daimon Station
- No parking
- Stairs to the 2nd floor (Tachibana no Ma room)
- No pets allowed
- No smoking
- Safety equipment
Experiences
Shodenji offers three experience courses deeply related to Buddhism. Instruction is provided by the chief priest of Shodenji, Mr. Tamura.
- Rosary Making Workshop— 3,000 yen, approx. 30-60 minutes, Shodenji Main Hall
- Amulet Making Workshop— 3,000 yen, approx. 30-60 minutes, Shodenji Main Hall
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Sutra Copying Experience— 3,000 yen, approx. 30-60 minutes, Shodenji Main Hall
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Application: From "Experience Reservation" in thepre-check-in form sent after booking(pre-payment, Japanese only).
- Dates: Held as needed, considering the temple's schedule.
- Since the experiences are led by the shukubo's chief priest,they may not be available depending on the day's circumstances.Meditation experiences are currently suspended.
Access
1-12-12 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0014
JR Hamamatsucho Station South Exit
10+ minutes walk
- Toei Subway Daimon Station A1 Exit10+ minutes walk
- JR Tamachi Station West Exit15 minutes on foot
- The path from the station to the shukubo (temple lodging) is flat, but if you have large luggage upon arrival, we recommend taking a taxi (around 700 yen).⚠️
There is no parking available.
You may stop temporarily for loading and unloading luggage. Please use nearby coin-operated parking lots.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from
4:00 PM (unattended)
, and check-out is by11:00 AM.Please inform us of your estimated arrival time.If you anticipate being late, it would be helpful if you could contact us as soon as you know.Do I need to fill out a pre-check-in form? Is a passport required?Yes, we ask that you complete it
by the day before check-in
. Once the form is completed, no other special procedures are required.If the link does not open or send, or if you do not have all the information before entering the country, you can scan a QR code at the reception upon arrival to fill it out(your reservation will not be invalidated). We can resend the form URL if needed. We ask for passport presentation at check-in.I haven't received my PIN code.The PIN code will be automatically sent by email on
the morning of your check-in day
. If it's before your arrival date, there's no need to request a resend or check the status if you haven't received it yet. If you still haven't received it after the morning of your check-in day, please contact the facility.How many rooms are there and what is the capacity?There are a total of 2 rooms (Sakura no Ma and Tachibana no Ma), and the entire building can also be rented.
Up to 10 people
can stay when renting the entire building.Is food provided? Are vegetarian or allergy accommodations available?Meals are not provided (no dinner or breakfast).
Each room has a full-size kitchen with a complete set of cooking utensils and dishes, so you can prepare your own meals according to your ingredients.
What kind of experiences can I have?From the "Experience Reservation" section of the pre-check-in form,
sutra copying, amulet making, and rosary making are available for 3,000 yen each
(all require advance payment and are only available in Japanese). Meditation experience is currently not accepted through the form.Is Wi-Fi available? Is there a crib?Wi-Fi is available. A crib can also be provided.
Are children allowed to stay?
Yes, they are.
Children aged 3 and above are counted as adults
for pricing. Children aged 0-2 (infants sharing a bed) are free and do not come with a futon.Are there barrier-free facilities?There are no barrier-free facilities. The Tachibana room on the second floor is accessed by stairs. There is space at the bottom of the stairs to park a stroller.
Can I send luggage or store it before check-in or after check-out?
Shodenji
cannot accept luggage deliveries to the facility.
As it is an unmanned facility, staff cannot receive or store luggage, and you cannot use time-specified delivery for self-pickup during your stay. If you need to send luggage,please arrange for it to be held at a delivery service office for you to pick up yourself.Before shipping, please confirm with the chosen office whether they accept pickups, their business hours, and transportation options from the facility. Station coin lockers are for temporary storage and cannot be used for receiving deliveries.Is there parking?There is no parking. You may stop temporarily for loading and unloading luggage. Please use nearby coin-operated parking lots.
Is smoking or bringing pets allowed?
The entire building is non-smoking,
and there are no designated smoking areas.
Pets are not allowed.です。Can I upgrade my room or rent specific furniture/equipment?Room upgrades or changes based on conditions (size, facilities, etc.) may be possible depending on availability. Small, tall tables cannot be provided. For other furniture, equipment, or issues with room facilities, please inquire.
Can I pay on-site? Please tell me about payment methods and receipts.
On-site payment is not possible.
Bookings made through a reservation website will, in principle, be paid according to the rules of that site. Invoices, payment links, and receipts can be sent via email, so please let us know if you require them.
The facility cannot hold or input your card information.Therefore, if you wish to change your card, please do so via a new payment link.Is there a lodging tax? (Shodenji, Tokyo)Tokyo, where Shodenji is located, levies a lodging tax.
For each person per night, if the accommodation fee is less than 10,000 yen, it is tax-exempt; if it is 10,000 yen or more but less than 15,000 yen, it is 100 yen; if it is 15,000 yen or more, it is 200 yen.
This will be collected on-site separately from the accommodation fee. Due to a revision of Tokyo's system,from April 1, 2027, for stays, it is scheduled to change to a flat rate of 3% (accommodation fees under 13,000 yen will be tax-exempt).です。Is my reservation confirmed? I see an unfamiliar amount on my bank statement.Your reservation is confirmed. The amount displayed on your bank or card statement immediately after booking is, in most cases,
an "authorization hold" to confirm that the card is valid and has available credit,
and is not the actual charge. The actual payment will be processed closer to your check-in date. You do not need to take any action at this time.I received a message saying my reservation was canceled. I also received a suspicious email.Information regarding your reservation is sent via the reservation site you used or through messages from the facility.
Please do not enter your card information via links in emails you do not recognize.
If you are concerned about the status of your reservation, please check your account page on the reservation site or contact us via message. Sometimes, changes to your room may result in a new reservation number, which can appear as a cancellation notification.Can I cancel or change the dates/number of guests?Cancellation fees are subject to
the cancellation policy displayed at the time of booking
(which varies by reservation site and plan). If the free cancellation period has passed, a cancellation fee will be incurred, and payment will be required even if you do not stay. Changes to dates or the number of guests depend on room availability, soplease consult us via message first.Changes may not be possible if the modification deadline has passed or if the desired dates are fully booked, and even if changes are possible, cancellation fees may still apply.I don't speak Japanese. Can I inquire in English? What is the contact information?Yes, you can inquire in English. Please contact us using the messaging function of your reservation site or through the inquiry form on this website. For contact information such as phone numbers, please check the site where you made your reservation or your reservation confirmation email.
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