From the reception to the checkout, everything was perfect. The monks were friendly and extremely helpful as well as being discrete. The complex is set back from the road so it is really peaceful. Dinner is served around 17:30 and is absolutely delicious. You are in a private room screened off from the other guests. The dinner is a highlight of the stay in Koya-san. I would just advise that this experience is not really recommended for younger kids and teenagers with limited food options. Dressing up in a yukata may be fun but a 9pm curfew and peaceful atmosphere isn't conducive to rest and relaxation either for them or the other guests. If you intend to do the night tour of the cemetery just remember the curfew. In summer nightfall is around 7:30. Before breakfast we participated in the morning service with everything explained in English A unique experience on Koya-san and an interesting insight into Buddhist practice.

Enjoyed the process and surrounding beauty. We checked in super early to open arms and settled into our spacious room which included an amazing tub with a view of the forest. It is located near a famous manju store that we enjoyed immensely, and also close to Okunoin while being tucked away in a peaceful setting. The dining experience was great and I can compare it to another more costly temple I experienced before too. Especially enjoyed the morning prayer because it sums it all up for you. If you add the Okunoin night tour you will not regret it!

Had a run in with a spider, but the staff is super helpful and know what to do!

This was a beautiful temple in Koya San and a truly memorable stay! Our family of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our private room and loved staying in a traditional japanese room. The meals served (both dinner and breakfast) were excellent and beautifully presented. The temple ceremony in the morning was also very nice. Though it was extremely cold during our visit our room was very cozy and welcoming. Would definitely recommend as this was a truly special experience.

This is a small thing, but our visit was at a time when the area was snowy which we didn't expect. Other than the dining areas and private rooms the temple was very very cold and so our shoes at the front were not able to dry off.

The room was perfect for us as a couple. We opted for a room with bath and it has an automatic function that fills up the bathtub, in time for a relaxing soak. We can also take a bath anytime we want, as opposed to the rooms with shared baths. The room is also spacious and the monks/staff were very welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. They provided detailed instructions on the stay, like for the morning prayer, they will knock and guide you to the prayer area/temple. The morning service was naturally in Japanese and we appreciate that there is an English translation and guide how to conduct oneself during the ceremony. Most importantly, the vegetarian dinner and breakfast were phenomenal. The best vegetarian meals we've had for a while. So definitely recommended! We would stay there again.

The heating turns off sometime at night making the room really cold, especially in winter. But we know about this especially when staying at traditional accommodations.

If you're venturing all the way to Koyasan, then complete the experience and immerse yourself in this memorable shukubo experience. The staff and monks are genuine and courteous. The lodging facilities are comfortable and refined with nice touches and attention to detail. The food, although vegetarian, is exquisite - amazing flavors and textures that will satisfy. Alcohol is also available at extra cost. The morning prayer service and sutra recitation is guided as is the Ajikan meditation session which follows. Fudo-in seems smaller than some other lodging venues, which makes it more attractive and quieter. Location is perfect for bus stop #8.

The walls are very thin (just the nature of construction) so tourists/guests need to understand that they need to be courteous and quiet as adjacent rooms can hear them.

This was incredible- the monks were the best as was the staff- this is def the upper scale of the temple stay experiences- rooms were VERY nice ( full tv ac bathroom etc) the communal baths were very cool and so needed after a day hiking about , dinner and breakfast were ELABORATE 10-20 wee courses, beautifully laid out and in a 450 years old dining space, I attended the morning g prayers which was so worth it- when I arrived early I asked if I could just leave my bag but they just showed me to my room earl- SO kind- the property is stunning, room view stunning, location perfect!! I came from Kyoto on the 8:10AM Keihan bus DIRECT from Kyoto station, drop off at Koyasan buss station- 5 min walk to Fu Doin- going back to Osaka hah! Bus to the Cable car, cable car, 3 trains mamma mia….anyways, DO THIS- Koyasan do not miss: the cemetery! ( you could spend hours here) Awesome Rock garden at the main temple Kongobu Ji, the huge Dango Garan area- I walked all the time peeking at other areas

Nothing- this was a perfect experience. The dining experience alone was worth the price.

Great location Really nice rooms Great vegetarian food Very friendly staff Rooms are traditional but with some modern twists

-Maybe please put a piece of paper near the food sets to explain what we are eating ; some foods were explained, some not. However all if it was very good -very cold in the rooms during spring, although we receive a heater and the A/C works on heating mode. Maybe consider a bigger capacity heater

2 couples shared a large room (junior suite). We slept on futons, shared a bathroom and there were 2 sinks. There was a private patio and a private onsen. Dinner was a fantastic vegetarian delight as was breakfast the next morning. We enjoyed the morning temple service before breakfast. The grounds/gardens are gorgeous. There is great infrastructure at Koyasan and I wish I could have stayed longer-like 4 nights. Next time~

The slippers they gave us were too large and were slipping off our feet (especially on the stairs) which could have caused a trip and fall. Property photos are accurate on Booking.Com.

Staying in Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin was an one of a kind experience. Everything was very special. The people who welcomed us couldn’t be more polite and kind. As soon as you enter you sense the uniqueness and the energy of this sacred place. You experience another side of Japanese culture and get to learn about Bouddhisme. On top of that, the dinner and breakfast are sensational with many little delicious plates. I also strongly recommend to take part in the morning ritual as it is very special. Staying at Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin is an ideal establishment to experience all sides of Japanese culture during your visit of this beautiful country!

The incredibly beautiful meals served in a private room. Morning prayer. And especially the fire ceremony they do every 28th of the month. Very special opportunity. I was told by someone from Japan this is one of the few authentic ones in town. It was almost 2 hours long. The gardens were beautiful with fall colors. The rooms with private bath were definitely the way to go. Could soak and enjoy the yes lit up outside. Not just a small garden outside the window.

Futons were not very comfortable unless you doubled them up