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Sojiin

3.0 star property
3-star ryokan near Mount Koyasan

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Property amenity
Public bath
Japanese garden
Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Property amenity

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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143 Koyasan, Ito, Koya, Wakayama-ken, 648-0211
  • Kongobuji Temple
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Koyasan Daishi Kyokai
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Koyasan University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, Non Smoking

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Run of house, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 78 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Large Twin Futons OR 3 Large Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 721 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View

1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 947 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Koya

In historical district.With a stay at this Koyasan ryokan, you'll be steps from Jokiin and Danjo Garan Temple. Konpon Daito Pagoda and Kongobuji Temple are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kongobuji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Koyasan Daishi Kyokai - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Koyasan University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Muryokoin Temple - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mount Koyasan - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gokurakubashi station - 13 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪角濱ごまとうふ総本舗 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪精進料理丸万 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪中央食堂さんぼう - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪一の橋観光センター - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪養花天 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sojiin

3-star ryokan near Mount Koyasan
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Sojiin. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Koyasan ryokan.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Sojiin offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bidets, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). The ryokan bathing area is open from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free Japanese breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Sojiin Inn Koya
Sojiin Inn
Sojiin Koya
Sojiin Koya
Sojiin Ryokan
Sojiin Ryokan Koya

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sojiin to the airport?

Sojiin is 42.2 mi (82-min drive) away from the Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sojiin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sojiin.

Does Sojiin offer free breakfast?

Sojiin offers free Japanese breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sojiin?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Sojiin?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sojiin?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Sojiin have a pool?

Sojiin does not have a pool.

Does Sojiin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Sojiin to downtown Koyasan?

Sojiin is 0.7 mi away from Koyasan.

Sojiin Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two wonderful nights at Soujiin, Koyasan. Beautiful property in centre of town with an authentic traditional Japanese experience. Meals are traditional Japanese, & are all vegetarian. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Sojiin was truly the most wonderful experience. We stayed for two nights with our 10-year-old son, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of life in a Buddhist temple—and it exceeded our expectations. We attended the morning prayer ceremony at 6am, which was a peaceful and moving way to start the day. In the afternoons, we joined a meditation session led by Patrick, and also took part in his insightful evening walk around the main temple complex. Patrick was outstanding—warm, humorous, and thought-provoking. He encouraged us to reflect deeply on aspects of our own lives, and made the experience accessible and engaging for all ages. Our son enjoyed it so much he insisted on attending a second session. The Buddhist vegan cuisine was superb—beautifully prepared, nourishing, and surprisingly varied. Each meal felt like an extension of the temple’s peaceful philosophy. The entire sacred area of Koyasan is fascinating, rich in history and spiritual meaning. We left feeling inspired, reflective, and incredibly grateful for our time at Sojiin.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a monastery and has traditional Japanese style rooms. The futons were quite comfortable. Our room had a toilet and sink, but no shower or bath. There is an Onsen, however we did not use it. The meals were very good. It was a great experience overall. They do have a 9pm curfew. Koya is very quiet at night. There is a Family Mart in town, close to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boldmaa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extraordinary place!

Peaceful, super comfortable, and one of the best meals I’ve ever had!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Guillermo

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I would say this stay came off as a tourist trap. The monks were also not very nice. We were told to leave early from the morning ceremony because it had become “Japanese only”… paid a lot of money to be told you had to leave. There was no translator or someone to inform us about the ceremony like we had been told.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, best vegan food I’ve ever had, very flavourful. Definitely a unique experience I’d recommend staying in a temple lodging like this at least once.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subrato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in a Skukubo in Japan. The traditional Japanese ryokan style of the Sojin was great. Including tatami matts and sliding doors. The staff and monk service was very accomodating. They provided extra water when I asked for it, and made my bed while I was having dinner. Expecially the dining experience of the Buddhist monks cooking and serving their meals of Shojin Ryori. These were the best meals I have ever had!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leilani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area around the property is so beautiful! I loved waking up in the morning & seeing the forest outside. My room was very clean and the front desk service very friendly. I really enjoyed the dinner & breakfast service (everything tasted amazing!~) and the morning meditation ceremony was memorable. Everyone at the temple are so kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

chun yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Satah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the morning ceremony and opportunity to learn more of the buddhist culture. Make sure to arrive on time for meals. Beautiful location and accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful traditional stay

This was a wonderful traditional ryokan temple stay. The food was excellent. The onsen was tranquil. The room was spacious and futons very comfortable. The english speaking gentleman (who worked w the temple) was knowledgeable, passionate and eager to answer questions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff who explain the culture and history of Koyasan really well! I recommend booking with breakfast and dinner included as the food is amazing and unique and you won't find it anywhere else in Japan!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay in Kōyasan, the food is very good and the monks and staff are so kind and attentive. I recommend staying here for an authentic Buddhist temple experience. And don’t miss the morning prayer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jurina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sayaka San was wonderful, friendly, attentive and professional. She became our Japanese grand daughter.😏😆
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
food was excellent - like a gourmet kaiseki restaurant. great experience and beautiful surroundings. everything was top rate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience. This is a Buddhist temple offering a 'luxury' retreat complete with a gourmet style vegetarian dinner and breakfast. If you have any interest in Buddhism this will for you. Lot's of great places to explore by foot. Went in December and the snow turned the place into a beautiful landscape. The town itself can be a little touristy but so is the Vatican! Highly recommended - but be respectful of the religious context of this location.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A unique and cultural experience

A unique and cultural experience in a beautiful setting. The monks were very welcoming and accommodating and the Onsen was perfect to relax in at the end of the day. The morning prayers were well worth getting up for and the Buddhist dinner and breakfast was a real experience. We would recommend staying here whilst visiting Koyasan.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020