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![Konpon Daito, the symbol of Koyasan]()
Wakayama
Shrines & Temples
Koyasan (Mount Koya)
3.95 1The whole town is on the temple’s premises! A spiritual city up high with 1200 years of history.
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Experience Japan’s Traditions and Buddhist Culture! A Travel Guide to Mount Koya
Mount Koya (Koyasan) is a sacred center of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism founded by Kobo Daishi, Kukai. Spread across its vast grounds are 117 temples, and with a history of over 1,200 years, it remains a place where many monks continue their training today. Its appeal lies in experiencing Japanese traditions and Buddhist culture, drawing crowds of visitors from Japan and around the world. In this article, we’ll подробно introduce recommended highlights so even first-time visitors can fully enjoy sightseeing at Mount Koya.
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World Heritage Site – Mt. Koya (Part 1) – Autumn Leaves at Kongobu-ji and Danjogaran
Wakayama Prefecture. Mt. Koya, a sacred place of which Kobo Daishi (Kukai), a famous poet, sang praises of its autumn leaves. He was fascinated by the brilliant autumn leaves during clear weather.
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World Heritage Site – Mt. Koya (Part 2) – Walking Around “Okunoin,” Mausoleum for Kobo Daishi
Wakayama Prefecture. After enjoying the autumn leaves at Kongobu-ji and enjoying sesame tofu and shojin-ryori for lunch, let’s continue on and walk around “Okunoin.” Okunoin hosts the graves of historical figures and daimyo from across the country, is filled with interestingly shaped graves and memorial towers, and is home to Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum. In this second part, I’ll provide information on accessing Mt. Koya and some great value tickets.
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