This is my second time staying on Koya-san, and unlike the first time this was a disappointing experience. The accommodation was chosen for us by Shukubo Association, and I said yes to their recommendation because it advertised meditation, which we practice regularly However, we were not told the temple would be under construction and covered in plastic sheets, and noisy in the mornings, or that the meditation was not available. I do not mind that old buildings require construction, but I believe we should have been informed in advance. I appreciate that being hosts is not a primary concern for the staff as they are there to study and pray, but they treated us like an inconvenience. No hot water for tea, not enough rice for dinner, no questions to be asked, and they seemed to avoid us. The bath was dirty and the water not good quality, and the restrooms and bedroom all smelled like damp. For the cost of accommodation, this was not a good experience.

Soji-in was simply excellent, and a great experience. Thank you.

I had an amazing time. next time I will stay longer, Kanazawa is THE best place so far of my Japan trip The staff & all at the shrine was very special

We stayed one night at sanbo-in temple and we had an absolute blast. Worth every penny. Tori, who we are grateful to, welcomed us in the best way with perfect english and warmth. explanations were delivered for all the do’s and don’ts of the temple, along with some more intimate chats and tips. The food was a true experience! don’t be afraid to leave the dinner hall hungry as food will definitively be enough, delivering a perfect balance of not so well known dishes and classic evergreens such as tempura. As for the room, we could not wish for a better one: spacious, airy, clean, it gave us a longed for break from a week long stay in Tokyo. Koyasan, especially the cemetery, is a special place to visit. We recommend

Our stay was absolutely amazing, without a single doubt, the highlight of our trip to Japan. We can’t recommend spending time in Koyasan enough; it was truly the best part of our journey. Everything there was wonderful, and staying at Shojoshin-in was the perfect cherry on top. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The meals were simple yet delicious, and entirely vegetarian. The temple itself was breathtakingly beautiful, and the onsen with Koya's own water was a real treat. I want to emphasize again how incredibly welcoming everyone was, always eager to help and ensure we had a wonderful stay. Both the morning prayer and the fire ceremony were extraordinary experiences, deeply spiritual and unforgettable. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Truly, if you have the chance, don’t miss a stay in Koyasan, and above all, don’t miss staying at Shojoshin-in.

La chambre avait une belle vue sur le jardin et assez jolie. Par contre assez bruyant. L’expérience reste un peu chère au vue de la prestation.

A very pleasant stay in a very beautiful and relaxing place.