Hotel Komyokaikan

Hotel Komyokaikan, positioned in a quiet and serene environment, combines the concept of traditional pilgrim lodgings with modern facilities and private rooms, ensuring a comfortable space for guests. Each room is fully equipped with an en-suite bathroom, a washlet toilet, and a washbasin, offering a level of privacy and convenience. This facility caters not only to those on the Shikoku Pilgrimage but also to visitors attending retreats or events, with the added benefit of complimentary WiFi throughout the premises.

Situated at the beginning of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, Hotel Komyokaikan is in proximity to Jurakuji, the pilgrimage’s seventh temple, known for its spiritual significance and historical depth. The temple, founded by the revered Kōbō Daishi (Kūkai), promises enlightenment and wish fulfillment to those who follow in the monk’s footsteps. Contrasting with the temple’s traditional and spiritual ambiance, the lodging offers a contemporary and clean setting where guests can relax as if they were at home, amidst the spiritual journey. Rooms are spacious and equipped with private baths and toilets. Additionally, guests can enjoy the large communal bath equipped with a jet bath, perfect for soothing the fatigue of travel. The lodging provides hearty meals with free refills on rice and miso soup, catering to the nutritional needs of pilgrims. Furthermore, guests have the unique opportunity to participate in the temple’s morning services, offering a glimpse into the daily practices of Buddhist devotion.