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Here, meanwhile, are three of our favorites: ENGYOJI KAIKAN: The Engyoji temple complex - located just outside Himeji, four hours by train from Tokyo - might be recognizable if you've seen The Last Samurai, scenes from which were filmed in the courtyard of its daikodo, or Great Hall. The rooms at Engyoji, tel: (81-79) 266 3240, are rather less grand but pleasant nonetheless, simply furnished with a futon and an urn of green tea. There is no dawn ceremony but private meditation sessions can be arranged. RENGEJO-IN: This beautiful temple, tel: (81-73) 656 2233, is located atop Mount...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: A Heavenly Night's Rest | 10/10/2006 | See Source »

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