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"The staff were super friendly and very accommodating when I informed them about my medical needs. The rooms are clean and a standard size for Japan. The bed was quite comfortable. Fresh towels everyday and they will clean your room perfectly if you place the sign on your door. Most of the literature in the hotel also has an English translation, so bonus! There is also a gender-segregated Onsen on the 1st floor. I did not use this due to my medical issues, so cannot provide an opinion. Other handy amenities include a Laundry Room with a paid Washer/Dryer, Vending Machine for soft drinks, and a free Microwave so you can heat up Konbini food. There is free curry every evening, and it's a decent curry too! It's a very short walk to the Kintetsu Station, which takes you to Tennoji in 10 minutes via a regular Semi-Express train. The car park has about 20 spaces, all big spaces with backstops for easy parking. The local area is very quiet also, being about 10 miles away from the hustle and bustle of Dotonbori and the like. The price was very reasonable, and I will definitely consider staying here again."

"Nice and cost effective. Best for a quick stop"

"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."

"This hotel was amazing. The room was very nice and big. The spa was so beautiful and relaxing. "

"Great experience something that has to be done in a lifetime "

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"Beautiful ryokan in the hills"

"A very unique one night only experience. The property is immaculate. The dinner was a wonderful tasting of many things I had never tried, all very good and filling. Breakfast was not as good. The hotel staff was very accommodating and kind. The morning prayer was peaceful and beautiful. The only complaint is the sleeping mats are paper thin and extremely uncomfortable, even after placing one on top of the other with all the blankets it was nearly unbearable. Neith my wife nor I got more than two hours of sleep. It's too bad, because we have slept in other Ryokan style places that were traditional but not painful. For this reason I would advise asking in advance for something better to sleep on."

"Nice "