Experience Tranquility at Ryokoji Temple

Find peace and mindfulness at our historic Buddhist temple in Aso, Kumamoto.

Enjoy Traditional Buddhist Vegan Cuisine

Savor healthy, seasonal vegan dishes prepared with local ingredients and care.

Stay at a Mountain Temple Surrounded by Nature

Relax in a tranquil temple, embraced by Aso’s beautiful scenery and refreshing seasonal breezes.

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Creative Temple Cuisine by the Head Lady

Cuisine

Creative Shojin Cuisine by the Head Lady

For dinner, we serve “Otoki,” a traditional meal offered after Buddhist services.
The menu is based on shojin ryori, creative vegan dishes made with seasonal vegetables grown locally.
For breakfast, enjoy handmade bread baked by the Head Lady, especially made for plant-based guests.

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A Tranquil Moment at Dusk

Guest Room

Enjoy Seasonal Cuisine and Relaxation in Your Room

After two years of restoration following the Kumamoto Earthquake, our main hall is now open as a temple lodge.
Limited to one group per day, our accommodation features three Japanese-style rooms and a private bath and toilet.

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A Special Moment in Serenity

Experience

Join a sutra chanting session in the tranquil main hall, surrounded by peaceful energy.
Please feel free to join us—beginners are warmly welcome.

Chanting Experience

Experience peace of mind through sutra copying—a special way to connect with Buddhist teachings.
(Sutra copying is available for an additional fee.)

Sutra Copying

Take a break from everyday life and spend some time refreshing your mind and spirit.

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