[Commercial] About a 10-minute walk west from Hankyu Kamikatsura Station. Come and enjoy the serene atmosphere of this pond garden, designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty. 浄住寺 [京都市西京区] The Abbot's Quarters (the upper and middle rooms: 27 tatami mats)

▼About Jōjū-ji Temple
Designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Kyoto City, this temple is known as a hidden gem for autumn foliage. Highlights include the Main Hall, a pond garden designated as a Scenic Spot since the Edo period, and a folding screen painted by Kano Eitaku titled “Cloud and Dragon.”

The Hojo (abbot’s quarters) is a 325-year-old former samurai residence that was relocated from the childhood home of Lord Tsunamura, the fourth lord of the Sendai Domain and the central figure in the “Date Disturbance.” Perhaps because it was the residence of Tsunamura, who was nearly poisoned, the building features “warrior hiding places” and “nightingale floors”—elements rarely found in temples.

▼About the Space
Hojo [Two rooms: Upper Room (12 tatami mats) and Middle Room (15 tatami mats)]　
27 tatami mats / 49 m² (approx. 20 people *12 seated)
・You may use the space partitioned by the Hojo’s sliding doors.
・You can enjoy the view of the pond garden, designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty.
・The garden area is also available for use. It is suitable for photo shoots and other purposes.

For Business Use
・Located just a 10-minute walk from Hankyu Kamikatsura Station, this space is utilized by a variety of companies.
・Ideal for planning meetings and other events in a unique atmosphere.
・The environment is very quiet, making it ideal for tasks requiring concentration or important meetings.
・We can arrange chairs and tables to suit your event.
・We implement thorough hygiene measures, including ventilation and disinfection, so you can use the space with peace of mind.

[Zazen Experience]
2,000 yen per person
Minimum Participants: 3 people (up to 20 people)
Duration: 90 minutes (includes a guided tour of the main hall)
Reservations required at least one week in advance (Jōjū-ji Temple: 075-381-6029)
*Please pay the Zazen Experience fee on-site.


▼ About Reservations
・This page is for those using the facility for 【Commercial Purposes】. Those using it for 【Non-Commercial Purposes】 should apply via a separate page. If you are unsure, please contact us via “Ask Jōjū-ji in Advance.”

▼ Local Information
・Convenience store (10-minute walk)
・Supermarket (10-minute walk)
・Pay-per-hour parking (5-minute walk)

▼Suggested Uses
・Conferences, off-site meetings
・Cosplay photography, location shoots, photo shoots, video shoots
・Workshops, yoga
・Viewing parties, film screenings
・Exhibitions

▼Prohibited Activities
To ensure consideration for neighbors and prevent trouble, the following activities are prohibited.
If these rules are not followed, we may ask you to stop using the space on the day of your reservation.
・Shouting, causing a disturbance, acting violently, or loitering outside the venue (near the entrance, in common areas, or in other rooms).
・Damaging or defacing the premises.
・Leaving trash behind without permission.
・Bringing in coffee or wine (as it is difficult to restore tatami mats and other furnishings to their original condition).
・All religious events.
・Any other acts contrary to public order and morals.

▼Important Notes
・This is the application page for [Commercial Use]. For [Non-Commercial Use], please apply via a separate page. If you are unsure, please contact us via “Ask Jōjū-ji in Advance.”
・Please contact Jōjū-ji (075-381-6029) once all participants have arrived.A staff member will guide you to the Hojo (abbot’s quarters).
・Smoking Policy: Smoking is strictly prohibited on the premises.
・Restrooms: Please use the restrooms inside the Hojo.
・Children: Please let us know in advance if you require facilities such as a nursing room.
・There is no Wi-Fi available. If you require Wi-Fi, please bring your own device or let us know in advance if you would like to rent a Wi-Fi device. We will provide separate information regarding rental Wi-Fi options.
・There are no vending machines on the premises. Please bring any necessary beverages with you.