Near Kamakura | Gardens and Cypress Baths | At the foot of Mt. Okusu, the highest peak on the Miura Peninsula | 15-minute walk from Akiya’s Tateishi (one of Kanagawa’s 50 Scenic Spots) | One group per day · Exclusive use of an entire samurai temple | Free

More than 800 years have passed since the Kamakura period. There are no longer any Unkei Buddhist statues in Kamakura. Joraku-ji Temple is the only place where you can pay your respects to five of the mere 22 authentic Unkei Buddhist statues remaining in the entire country. This temple inn offers an exclusive, one-group-per-day, whole-house rental experience where you can spend the night alongside these statues. Whether you’re planning a special trip with your spouse or family, seeking tranquility on a solo journey, or an international visitor wishing to experience Japanese history and Buddhist culture, We welcome everyone who wishes to spend precious time here.

《The Experience of Staying at a Samurai Temple—Limited to One Group Per Day》
Welcome to TEMPLE STAY KAN ~Kan~. Located within the grounds of Jōraku-ji Temple in Ōkusu, near Kamakura, and surrounded by nature, this traditional Japanese-style guesthouse is limited to one group per day, with the entire property available for exclusive use. In this place where samurai once prayed and the Buddhist sculptor Unkei resolved his determination, this is a retreat where you can immerse yourself in tranquility, find inner balance, and spend meaningful, deep moments with your loved ones.

“Time Enveloped by a Pure Land-Style Garden and the Sound of Water”
In front of the inn lies a garden representing the Pure Land of Bliss. The sound of water, the whisper of the wind, the swaying of the trees. Even without doing anything—simply by being there—your mind will unwind.

《Intimate Moments Made Possible by Exclusive Use of the Entire Property》
Since we accommodate only one group per day, you can relax at your own pace without worrying about others around you. Whether you’re a couple, a family, or a group of close friends, the charm of this inn lies not only in the tranquility itself but also in the way that bonds deepen amidst that tranquility.

《A Stay to Savour the Cuisine of the Miura Peninsula》
With access to the kitchen, you can prepare and savour the bounty of the region yourself—from fresh seafood from Sagami Bay to the Miura Peninsula’s abundant vegetables. Return to yourself in the hinoki cypress bath. Gaze at the garden, soak in the water, and take a deep breath. Just doing that will gradually restore balance to your mind and body.

《“Observing”: The Inn’s Theme》
Observe the Buddhist statues. Contemplate the garden. Contemplate the stillness. And contemplate your own heart. Things that had become difficult to see amid the hustle and bustle of daily life gradually take shape here.

《Cultural Experiences Unique to a Samurai Temple (By Request)》
・Sutra copying experience ・Darkness pilgrimage to Unkei’s Buddha statue ・ Samurai Experience: Reliving Kamakura-Period Prayers ・Maejima Mitsu’s “Gratitude Postcard” Experience
The “Darkness Pilgrimage,” in particular, is a unique experience exclusive to Kan, where you pay respects to Buddha statues by candlelight and connect with the themes of life and death, prayer, and resolve that the samurai once contemplated.

《Recommended Ways to Spend Your Time》
Enjoy tea while gazing at the garden / Deepen conversations with close friends / Cook and share a meal made with local ingredients / Reflect on yourself in the stillness of the night / Take a deep breath in the crisp morning air

《Location》
The Okusu area, just a short trip from Kamakura. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the sea, mountains, and rivers, this is a location designed to let you “savour the experience of your stay itself.”

《Guest Policies》
This inn is intended for guests seeking a quiet retreat. Please refrain from hosting parties or making excessive noise. As the property is located within a temple grounds, we ask that you conduct yourself with discretion during your stay.

《In Closing》
Kana is a place to find inner balance and a place to pause and reflect. May your night here become a quiet and profound memory for you.