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Sojiin

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Koya ryokan

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Exterior
Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Property amenity
Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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143 Koyasan, Ito, Koya, Wakayama-ken, 648-0211
  • Place, Kongobuji Temple
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Koyasan University
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Muryokoin Temple
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪89 min drive‬

About the neighborhood

Koya

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

What's nearby

  • Kongobuji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Koyasan Daishi Kyokai - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Koyasan University - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Anyoin Temple - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Muryokoin Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gokurakubashi station - 20 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪胡麻豆腐濱田屋 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪和風らーめん みやま - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪角濱ごまとうふ総本舗 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪光海珈琲 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪高野山宿坊協会 中央案内所 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sojiin

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

Sojiin also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Koya 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
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Sojiin offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include slippers, 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.

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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
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Hosted evening meal: JPY 0

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 45.1 mi (87-min drive) away from the Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sojiin?

As of Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sojiin on Apr 25, 2026 start from $400, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 Koya?

Sojiin is 0.7 mi away from Koyasan.

Sojiin Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible experience to stay at a shrine and be served excellent vegan food and join in prayers and meditation the following mornjng
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

zhen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinning is more than expected
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cannot say enough good things about this monastery. The food was top notch. So healthy and delicious. Our best meals in Japan (vegan food that will amaze you- and we are not even vegan)! The staff is so kind and welcoming. Do not miss the chanting ceremony in the morning. Loved the room with its traditional Japanese experience and garden view. Perfect location across the street from the temple complex. Don’t miss walking around it at night. Breathtakingly beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mixes comfort with Japanese style. The staff very caring and the morning ceremony fill Buddhist gratuito al morning chanting. The food looks like work of art, though the tasting is complex and, although we are vegetarian, it was something very different.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very expensive for a night stay and meager services/food offered
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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