Sojiin
648-0211 Wakayama, Koyasan, 143, Japan – Excellent location - show map
Sojiin
Sojiin, located in the center of Mt. Koya, is a Japanese-style accommodation in a Buddhist temple located to the west of Sohonzan Kongobu-ji and in front of Danjo Garan. For dinner and breakfast, we offer gluten-free vegetarian cuisine. Sojiin is 42 km from Sakai. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 40km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
Property highlights
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)
Breakfast info
Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free
Free private parking available on-site
Public Bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
Ai
Australia“Vegetarian dinner and breakfast both very filling, great variety and delicious, served in the dining area with name placements. Helps to ensure any allergies are not mixed up. Noting the food is not what the monks eat - there is alcohol you can...”- OOlivia
Canada“Food was delicious, atmosphere peaceful and bath luxurious! The staff were very hospitable and kind.” 
Nicola
United Kingdom“Really unique experience. Everyone welcoming. Food was amazing and unlike anywhere else.”- Oleg Australia“While we are not vegetarians and all meals are, we enjoyed the food very much. Dinners are done as a series of many small dishes, including cold and hot food. It is diverse, nutritious and tasty. Rooms are spacious and have aircon and a...”
- Ian United Kingdom“We had an issue with the initial booking when we arrived, but the staff came to an amicable and very satisfactory solution. The food was amazing and our room overlooked the garden of the inn. The location was very close to one of the main temple...”
- Marie Australia“Great location near the head temple but off the Main Street. Exceptional shojin ryori meals, lovely staff. The room was a very decent size with beautiful balcony view.”
Cyrill
Switzerland“It was a great experience to stay at a temple and join the morning ceremony. Also the food was special and a great experience. Staying at a temple is a great way to join a night tour at the cementary and visit the cementary the next morning to see...”- Christine
Luxembourg“The room was very clean and quiet. Food (buddhist vegan) was good but very different from what we are used to.” 
Kathleen
United States“Koyasan is a magical place and Sojiin is a great place to stay!!! It was so beautiful! And my room was AMAZING!! I would definitely stay here again!”- Adam
New Zealand“From the moment you enter, it feels very serene. We arrived to gracious staff, who helped with our bags, gave us a matcha and snack before showing us the temple grounds, inseam, and our rooms. The dinner was exceptional, the onsen and view were...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Do you cater for any allergy or food preferences?
Question ： How about foods for the guests of Gluten free Answer :We provide vegetarian food for Guests. Soy sauce is indispensable and included almost..Answered on 6 November 2019What time are the communal baths available?
The communal baths are open from ３ PM to 10 PM.Answered on 29 April 2022What’s the difference between half board and full board?
“Half board” means reservation of the room with dinner and breakfast. “Full board” means reservation of the room with dinner, breakfast and lunch. Gue..Answered on 16 November 2022I understand it's possible to check-in the luggage on the arrival day earlier than 15:00, even in the morning. Is it possible to deposit the luggage a..
Luggage can be stored even after check-out. Come and pick it up at any time.Answered on 28 February 2023Can we book the okunoin cementery night tour in your temple?
Please make a web reservation. Dinner time will be set at 5:30 PM. It is a 15-minute walk to the tour meeting place. After the tour, the tour organize..Answered on 27 December 2022Hi from Kansai airport, how do we travel to Sojiin? Thanks
Train Please get on the Nankai railway train from Kansai airport to Namba. Change the train at the Namba station from Nankai line to Koya line. It tak..Answered on 27 December 2022- Still looking?
Property surroundings
Facilities of SojiinGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Slippers
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Seating Area
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Public Bath
- English
- Japanese
House rulesSojiin takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the property is pilgrims' lodgings in a temple. It's not a regular hotel, inn or guesthouse.
Guests arriving after check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Halal food is available upon request.
Guests who wish to have a meal at the property must make a request directly to the property by 13:00 on their day of arrival.
Meals served at the property are all vegan and do not contain eggs or meat.
Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking, as child rates are applicable. Please specify how many children will be staying with you and their respective ages in the special request box.
Guests must check in by 17:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
FAQs about Sojiin
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Room options at Sojiin include:
- Quadruple
- Family
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Check-in at Sojiin is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Guests staying at Sojiin can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Vegetarian
- Halal
- Gluten-free
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Sojiin is 400 yards from the centre of Koyasan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Sojiin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, Sojiin is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Sojiin offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Public Bath
