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Zenkoji's 'shukubo' inn refurbished to welcome foreign guests

A traditional 'shukubo' inn at Zenkoji Temple in Nagano Prefecture has been refurbished to accommodate both domestic and international guests. The inn, originally designed for monks and pilgrims, now offers private rooms and can host up to 20 guests per night.

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Private rooms are now available at historic temple in Japan's Nagano prefecture

Rengein, a traditional "shukubo" inn originally designed for monks and pilgrims on the grounds of Zenkoji Temple in Nagano Prefecture, can host up to around 20 guests per night. (All photos by Shioka Shimizu)

SHIOKA SHIMIZU

June 13, 2026 14:50 JST

NAGANO, Japan -- A shukubo inn on the grounds of Zenkoji, one of Japan's most historically significant Buddhist temples, has been transformed into modern lodgings for both domestic and international visitors following a major refurbishment.

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Zenkoji's 'shukubo' inn refurbished to welcome foreign guests

A traditional 'shukubo' inn at Zenkoji Temple in Nagano Prefecture has been refurbished to accommodate both domestic and international guests. The inn, originally designed for monks and pilgrims, now offers private rooms and can host up to 20 guests per night.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the refurbishment of a traditional inn without editorializing, biased language, or one-sided sourcing. It focuses on the transformation of the facility to accommodate more visitors, without taking a political or ideological stance.