Koyasan Syukubou Fudouin

We had a very pleasant stay. The food was excellent, everything was spotless, and the staff was exceptionally attentive. We especially enjoyed the morning ceremony, which made the experience memorable. On the downside, the stay felt quite expensive by any standard. Considering the price, it was disappointing that every step in the hallway could be heard, and that drinks other than tea were not included.

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Ottima esperienza in questo tempio sul monte Koya. Un posto stupendo e rilassante. Buonissimi sia la cena che la colazione

The whole Buddhist experience was amazing!

We were so glad we made it to Koyasan during our Japan adventure. Our stay at the Fudouin was very nice, a very peaceful retreat from the hectic pace of the cities.

Everything was excellent, people are very welcoming, nice and kind. The prayer in the morning is not to be missed. The food is vegan, and it is ok, but surely not the best in Japan. Overall, I think the whole experience is overpriced.

Despite Fudoin being a temple, the accommodations were truly excellent. Both the staff and the monks were extremely pleasant and helpful. It struck a balance of being respectful to the space with luxury. We opted for a garden view room and weren't disappointed. For the small extra cost we got a private toilet and bath, the most space we've had in Japan, and an unbeatable view. We spent more time in the room than expected. The food was great and the dining room and dinner rooms were both beautiful and felt spacious. The 9p curfew was later than many neighboring locations meaning we had time to do the night tour in Okonuin, which was very special. The morning ceremony was also well balanced for westerners. It was in Japanese and English where appropriate and let the audience participate. Koya was lovely and not overcrowded (3rd week of April). Refreshing after coming through the tourist crush in Kyoto. Overall a great place to spend time.

A very unique one night only experience. The property is immaculate. The dinner was a wonderful tasting of many things I had never tried, all very good and filling. Breakfast was not as good. The hotel staff was very accommodating and kind. The morning prayer was peaceful and beautiful. The only complaint is the sleeping mats are paper thin and extremely uncomfortable, even after placing one on top of the other with all the blankets it was nearly unbearable. Neith my wife nor I got more than two hours of sleep. It's too bad, because we have slept in other Ryokan style places that were traditional but not painful. For this reason I would advise asking in advance for something better to sleep on.

Magnifique ryokan mais l’ambiance «  moine » manquait d’autres établissements on une atmosphère plus immersive

Perfect experience. Best toilets in Japan. Heaters were very effective. Smoking room has air purifier and heater. Traditional room was satisfactory. People were utterly kind. Public bath is comfortable.

Amazing experience! Our room was beautiful and the hotel is in a great area for walking aroind Koyasan. I used the onsen and had it to myself. Both the dinner and breakfast meals were amazing, as was partaking in the morning prayer

Amazing experience!

The temple is lovely and the area is rich with history. Dinner and breakfast were delicious and ample. The room was very comfortable for our party of six, with beautiful views, a private bath, and large sitting area. The beds are futons, so they may not be comfortable for those who have back/physical issues. The morning prayer service is a must. The monks and staff were wonderful. A memorable stay!

Tutto perfetto, un’esperienza emozionante ed indimenticabile.. la cena vegana un trionfo per la vista e per il palato, la preghiera del mattino un’esperienza che colpisce il cuore! Per non parlare della gentilezza dei monaci. Lo consiglio fortemente e se potrò, tornerò!

Stayed one night at this Shukubo. The place was beautiful - temple, garden, room, surrounding area. My husband is a Vegan, so he was very happy with the meal. However, I found it to be a little dissapointing. Shukubo evolved during the past 20 years, and now catered to foreign visitors. The meal was all vegan, but not the old fashioned Shoshin food, they were too modern and too catered to foregners. The morning service was also modified to suit foreigners. The place has lost its authenticity, along with much, much higher price. We will not be going back to Koyasan again. I liked the old Koyasan in the past.

Absolutely beautiful and serene! Just lovely! And the dinner was exceptional. Truly delicious! The morning services were a great way to start the day. We loved everything about our stay here.

Amazing hike to the Okunion Temple. Unfortunately for us it rained on one day so we did not take a hike that we wanted to, but we will need to come back!

Excellent service and very low key. I got up early in the morning and wanted a coffee. I went to the front desk and asked if they had coffee and a man directed me to a coffee making machine that was excellent. I wanted a second cup and needed change the man helped me out. Later I went to the morning service and come to find out the man helping was the reverend of the temple! Super nice! Morning service was excellent!

Lovely room, delicious food, friendly staff

Absolutely loved staying here! Food is excellent, the room is comfortable, and I enjoyed attending the morning service. Koya-San was also a highlight of my two weeks in Japan and my stay at Fudou-in really enhanced that experience.

Die Übernachtung im Fudō-in würde ich unbedingt empfehlen! Alleine die Umgebung, das Gebäude und die typisch japanischen Zimmer sind es wert. Das Abendessen und auch das Frühstück sind hervorragend. Das Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir haben an der morgendlichen Zeremonie teilgenommen. Hier wurde sehr viel erklärt und alle Gäste wurden in die Zeremonie eingebunden. Koyasan kann von hier aus perfekt zu Fuß und mit dem Bus erkundet werden. Klare Weiterempfehlung!

What an amazing experience! The food, the room, the morning meditation, it was all exquisite! Highly, highly, recommend.

Wonderful stay. Room, service, food, all excellent.

This was a wonderful experience all around. Staff was pleasant and spoke English, and the room was very cozy. The food was phenomenal. I hope to return someday!

静かで、精進料理も美味しかった。勤行、阿字観が朝食前に無料で体験でき、お得です。住職が英語に堪能なので、海外観光客にもおすすめです。

Amazing experience, everything was wonderful from the room, participation in the morning prayer to the dining experience and breakfast.

Ottima sistemazione in ryokan presso il tempio monastero. Ottime sia la cena che la colazione. Bellissimi i dintorni e l'atmosfera. Molto tranquillo e silenzioso. Personale gentilissimo.

Muy recomendable la experiencia. El desayuno es lo que menos nos gustó

Absolutely wonderful experience!! The room and all of the facilities were exceptionally clean. Dinner and breakfast were delicious. The various flavors, textures, and colors were a real feast for the senses. The morning ceremony was very interesting and meaningful. It started the day off on a very serene note. Koyasan is a very peaceful, sacred, and beautiful place, and Koyasan Syukubou Fudou-in was the perfect place to stay. I will definitely return the next time I visit Japan.

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Simply elegant, personal and amazing.

We loved our stay here. The monks on staff were attentive, helpful, and kind. The Temple was beautiful, the food excellent, the morning services a great opportunity to learn more about Buddhism, and the entirety of Koyasan a great local to visit.

Templo lindo e típico. Mais difícil de ir no inverno . Apesar de ficar num quarto com banheiro privativo, o mesmo era em um ambiente não climatizado o que ficava desconfortável .

宿坊体験は2件目です。 道から少し奥に入ったところにあり、駐車場の桜が大変きれいでした。2階のお部屋までの階段はとても急でしたが、トイレ、洗面台があるので、階下に行く必要はないです。結構、お隣の部屋の音はよく聞こえました。 お食事は450年前の建物でいただきました。精進料理は見た目にも美味しかったですが、期待度が高すぎたのか、朝ごはんの方が美味しかったように思いました。 朝のお勤め、阿字観体験もできてよかったです。

施設自体は古いが、部屋は新しく改装されており、とても綺麗。 掃除も行き届いている。 部屋にはウォシュレット付きのトイレと独立洗面台。 両方自動で動く。 暖房は埋め込み式のエアコンとヒーター2台。 空気清浄機が真新しかった。 階段が少し急だったが、特に不便な点はなし。 食事は、夕飯付きがおすすめ。 近隣に飲食店が少ないのもあるが、こちらの夕食、とても豪華で見ても食べても楽しめる。また食事を摂る場所も素晴らしい。

多数の口コミの評価どおり、いえそれ以上の宿坊でした。精進料理のバランス、味付けも結構でした。 係のお坊様がたは、仏道修行のうちとはいえ、さぞかし大変な事でしょう。ありがとうございました。

とても親切丁寧なご対応で大変素晴らしい御宿坊でした。　惜しむらくは、お部屋がカビ臭く、一部畳にもカビが… 新しい施設ですが、除湿にてご対応頂ければ最高でした…

全てが清潔で掃除が行き届いていて気持ちが良かったです。精進料理もとても美味しかったです。

静かで快適な時間を過ごすことができました。 朝食前のお勤めも体験してよかったです。

Un endroit très beau , nous sommes arrivés En retard 1900 au lieu de 1800 l’heure maximum permise , vous savez c’est un long voyage se rendre la et le chemin n’est pas facile . À notre arrivé le souper n’étais plus disponible , nous n’avions pas réservés et les restaurants étaient presque tout fermés ; nous aurions aimé s'avoir sur le site car nous pensions avoir un bon souper le soir J’ai été chercher des trucs au 7 eleven et je suis revenue à 21 hr 10 et les porte de l’entrée étais barré impossible de rentrer car tout ferme à 2100 une chance que ma conjointe étais resté à la chambre et qu’on avais du réseau j’ai pu la texter ,ils nous avais dit que les portes fermais à 2100 mais bon je ne pensais pas être pris dehors vraiment , j’assume ma responsabilité pour cela . Nous aurions aimé avoir une visite des lieux où une petite histoire mais notre visites c’est résumé à notre chambre et assister à la prière le lendemain . C’est une expérience unique et nous comprenons que c’est un temple ou une maison avec lieu de prière mais c’est aussi un lieu d’hébergement où on nous charge un montant très dispendieux alors je m’aurais attendu à un meuilleur accueil et service . L’endroit du petit déjeuner est super et la présentation des plats superbe mais peu de contenu même si nous savions qu’il étais végétarien

I cannot say enough great things about this experience. My husband and I generally stay in nice Western-style hotels while traveling, so we were a little wary about trying something different. But we loved every minute we spent here. Fudouin is ancient and traditional, with a few perfect modern/updated touches in the rooms that made it feel luxurious. The monks were kind and accommodating, the food was delicious (and so beautiful), and the morning ceremony is not to be missed. It's also a quick walk to the Okunoin cemetery, which is definitely worth a visit. Thank you to Fudouin for allowing visitors on your beautiful property, and for giving us an experience we'll be talking about forever -- or at least till our next trip back.

Such a relaxing evening. The dinner and breakfast are amazing, do NOT miss out. The room was so clean and the temple was beautiful. The onsen was relaxing. Takes a second to get up to Koyasan so plan accordingly. Loved the morning service as well. The monks were extremely welcoming and patient.

the place is amazing and clean.

Great experience ...totally worth it !very interesting morning ceremony !only thing we didnt like was that they took the futon bed while we were in the breakfast ...that means that we had to check out at 10:00 and the breakfast fjnished at 08:00....two hours that we wanted to rest a bit more

Amazing experience! I loved it. Food was amazing too!

宿坊ならではの朝のお勤め、 おだしの美味しい精進料理とても満足しました。 特に450年前の建物とは思えないほどの庫裡で食事を頂けたのにはびっくりしました。 お庭も評判通りで素敵でした。 是非再訪したいです。

We have stayed in a number of residences with futon sleeping arrangements but found these futons particularly uncomfortable - too thin and therefore very firm. I also had a skin reaction to the fabric of the bedding so had a very uncomfortable night’s sleep. A shame because everything else was fine

Had amazing experience staying in this temple lodging. Staff (Buddhist monks) were super friendly and attentive. Highly recommend getting garden view room as the view is breathtaking. The entire experience was great with hotel, location, and the area. The only thing beds were a bit uncomfortable which was expected to be a part of this experience as traditional accommodation. Will stay again.

A lovely evening staying at the Fudu-in, the whole area of Koyasan is exquisite and you could explore all the tables for days. The accommodation was traditional and exactly as we expected, the food for dinner and breakfast was delicious.

Amazing places, great food and location.

A completely different, unique and immersive experience. Total calm and solitude. The opportunity to share in the morning prayers is an unforgettable memory

If you want to experience traditional Japanese ryokan style accommodations then the is the place. Very remote place in mountains. Meals are great, a vegetarian. Close to most attractions and walkable to main town. Don’t miss the morning service. They guide you through the prayers and give you a primer sheet. May be a little challenging if you don’t know Japanese.

Staff and the food are exceptional. The property is beatific and easy to access off bus stop number eight.

Absolutely stunning experience, and one of the highlights of our time in Japan. Outstanding food, beautiful lodgings, good location, fantastic service - no complaints at all.

Very unique. Delicious meals. We were invited to join the morning ceremony which was very interesting and inspiring. We wish we could get more explanations about the temple and the philosophy behind the rituals

This was the absolute highlight of our vacation to Japan. The service was impeccable, the food delicious, and the scenery and rooms beautiful! I highly recommend this to anyone traveling to the area!!

The monastery was the highlight of our trip. Beautiful, atmospheric accommodations in a large, traditional ryokan-style room in excellent condition. Food was fantastic- elaborate, kaiseki-style served in a private dining room. Don’t miss morning prayers before breakfast in the beautiful temple.