Perfect score for their welcome, comfortable Japanese room, magnificent dinner, remarkable morning ceremony just before breakfast. Ideally located next to the Okunoin (the great cemetery in Koyasan), and close to a couple of bus stops, this retreat run by very nice young monks is a gem. Not cheap, but the experience is priceless.

It is really expansive for Brazilian standards. But it is worthy! Every penny! Very formal, but nice service. It is a Buddhist Temple. So, be sure to strict follow the rules. I do not recommend a day trip. Spend a night there! Really cozy! Notice that there are only vegetarian food, even. A special tip: choose an individual guest house/separate... More

Staying in a temple in Koyasan is a must-do if you are in the Kansai region (although a trip from Tokyo and back would be possible as well). The stay at Shojoshin-in is definitely memorable and a good introduction to Buddhist life, however, although I cannot compare it to other temples, I did not leave completely satisfied. The experience feels... More

When we just arrived to Koya-san, and the bus driver asked what temple we are staying in, and after we've answered - he said "oh, this is the best place to stay here". The same we heard from other local woman we met on the way back. Trust me, we felt the same. Of course, I cannot compare to other... More

We stayed one night at this traditional Japanese ryokan in a Buddhist temple. The journey to Koyasan is not a short one from Kyoto - bullet train, then local train, then cable car, then bus to actually reach the village at the top of the mountain. But, it's absolutely worth it. We wanted to experience traditional lodgings and toyed with... More

If there was one thing I would change about my stay in Koyasan, it would be that I only stayed for one day in Shojoshin-in. From the very first time we arrived on the doorstep to leaving through the big gate, we absolutely loved our stay at this amazing temple. The monk who served us was very attentive to our... More

Stayed here for 1 night in march 2013. Pleasant stay with beautiful traditional Japanese room overlooking a pretty garden against the hills. The food was above our expectations and plentiful, delicious, and beautifully presented. Service was very good. After walking around Koyasan, Shojoshin-in seemed to be in a great location steps away from Okunoin and also very pretty from the... More

What a total find. This is one of many many temple lodgings that exist in Koyasan and it was by no means the cheapest but we loved it and would go back The journey to Koyasan is an adventure but a manageable one. Many people write ow hard it is but it was very easy. We came from Osaka and... More

We stayed here overnight on visiting My KoyaSan and left revitalised and happy. The monks were friendly and accommodating, the food was absolutely superb, which we were pleasantly surprised about having had reservations about it being vegan, the rooms were spacious and elegant, comfortable beds, surroundings were beautiful and the whole experience was just magical! We were so glad to... More