Name: Shukubo Daishinbo
Address: 997-0211 Yamagata, Tsuruoka, Haguro-machi Toge Aza Toge 95, Japan, Haguro-machi Toge Aza Toge 95, Yamagata, 997-0211, Japan
Rating: 9.2

Shukubo Daishinbo

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Shukubo Daishinbo in Tsuruoka offers family rooms with air-conditioning, tatami floors, and a seating area. Each room includes a TV, electric kettle, and free toiletries. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden and free WiFi. The property provides free off-site private parking, luggage storage, and a shared bathroom with a shower. Breakfast and Dining: A local breakfast with warm dishes is served daily. The on-site restaurant offers a variety of dishes to suit all preferences. Local Attractions: Kamo Aquarium is 15 mi away, Shinjo Station 29 mi, and Shonai Airport 17 mi from the property. Highly rated for its history, culture, and sightseeing opportunities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking

Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom 4 futon beds
Standard Twin Room 2 twin beds

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Colin

United States

“Food was amazing! The public bath was great. The location is just a few minutes walk to the Mt. Haguro trailhead.”

Isaac

United States

“Truly special place to stay because it’s part of this old religious tradition and thousands of pilgrims to the mountain have stayed here before you. It’s also family owned. The food is unique, and the preparation and presentation is excellent. A...”

Cindy

United States

“I think it’s important to recognize that rating a temple stay isn’t like rating other accommodations since you’re likely staying for the experience, not just a bed. Things we enjoyed about this stay: —so helpful and interesting to have...”

Laura

United States

“The cook was so helpful when I was there. The food was delicious and learning about the yamabushi was powerful.”

Anna

United States

“- Beautiful building - Wonderful staff - Included dinner and breakfast are delicious - Tatami mat rooms are comfortable and quiet - Excellent location - easy 5-10min walk to start of Haguro-san - Accepted solo female traveler”

Melissa

Switzerland

“The shrine is so historical and beautiful. The meals (shojin ryorin) was so good. I appreciate the public bath. I joined the 7am prayer session. It's eye opening and the priest spent time explaining to us the history of Dewa Sanzan and the shrine....”

Viincent

Germany

“A flawless experience of a traditional pilgrimage guesthouse. Comfy room, great bath and exceptional food prepared by the lovely owners. And it was great to have an Introduction into Yamabushi and the traditional prayer in the morning. The...”

Shubham

India

“The overall spiritual atmosphere The kindness of host and other members working at the property The facilities preserved with the old era touch but also offering modern amenities”

Penphan

Thailand

“The room is very spacious, and both breakfast and dinner are fresh and delicious. The showers and baths are large and comfortable. Even though I stayed over a busy weekend, I always had the bath to myself. The baths aren’t available during the...”

Ryan

United States

“Great location close to Hagurosan and Gassan. Hosts were extremely friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was very cool too - traditional Shukubo lodging and the building was beautiful. The room was very large, traditional Japanese style like you...”

Hosted by 早坂一広

9.7

Host Review Score

早坂一広

A shukubo (temple lodging) in Toge, the historic gate town at the foot of Mt. Haguro. The main building is a traditional copper-roofed structure whose posts and frame remain as they were when it was first built. Its age brings a few small inconveniences, but also a rare chance to step away from daily life into a space filled with history and quiet. Meals are built around traditional shojin (Buddhist vegetarian) cuisine, with local fish dishes added - approachable for everyone. Please let us know of any dietary needs or allergies. If you wish, you are welcome to join our morning prayers (optional and free, regardless of faith). In the crisp early-morning air, you may feel something quite different from everyday life.

Welcome to Shukubo Daishinbo. I am Kazuhiro Hayasaka, your host. For generations, my family has welcomed pilgrims and travelers to the sacred mountains of Dewa Sanzan. A stay at a shukubo is more than a place to sleep - it is a chance to feel the quiet spirit of these mountains. My staff and I look forward to making your stay warm and memorable. Please feel free to ask us anything during your visit.

HIGHLIGHTS - Mt. Haguro: the National-Treasure Five-Story Pagoda, a majestic cedar avenue with 2,446 stone steps, and the Sanjin Gosaiden shrine at the summit - all within walking reach of us. - Zuishinmon Gate & Ideha Cultural Museum: the gateway to the Dewa Sanzan faith. - Mt. Gassan & Mt. Yudono: open for pilgrimage in summer-autumn (seasonal transport). - Tsuruoka City: a UNESCO City of Gastronomy; the famous Kamo Aquarium (jellyfish) is also nearby. SEASONAL TRANSPORT (2026) - Dewa Sightseeing Shuttle Bus (no reservation): JR Tsuruoka Sta. - Mt. Haguro - Mt. Yudono. 3 Jul-12 Oct, on Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon/holidays & Obon. 1-Day Pass 7,000 yen / 2-Day 10,000 yen, buy from the driver on board. - Chartered Taxi (staying guests only): Toge - Mt. Gassan 8th Station, Jul-Sep, 2,500 yen/person for 2+ passengers. Please book through us by 16:30 the day before. - Tsuruoka Sightseeing Liner (private hire): 1 Jun-3 Nov, from 5,000 yen/person, reserve 2 business days ahead. Please ask our front desk for timetables and reservations.

Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Shukubo Daishinbo

Great facilities! Review score, 9

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 7 are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

License number: 5159