Explore Koyasan, one of Japan's most sacred places, on a day trip from Osaka. Visit Okuno-in, Kongobuji Temple, and the Danjo Garan area with a guide.
Depart from Namba, Osaka's terminal station, and travel to Koyasan. Visit Okuno-in, where a famous monk from 1,000 years ago is said to still meditate. In this area, people who wish to sleep near the great monk have set up tombs and created a quiet sanctuary with moss-covered headstones and giant cedar trees.
Next, visit Kongobuji Temple, the central temple that administers the affairs of the sacred Koya Mountain. Enjoy the temple architecture where many monks once lived and the lavish interior where nobles were entertained when they visited Koyasan.
The last stop is the Danjo Garan area, the center of Koyasan's ascetic practices. Admire Koyasan's symbolic pagoda and many other attractions, this is truly the heart of Koyasan. Koyasan, where traditional Japanese Buddhist philosophy is still alive today.
What's included
- Round-trip transportation from Namba, Osaka
- Admission to Okuno-in, Kongobuji Temple, and Danjo Garan
- Professional and experienced guide
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Meals and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips (optional)
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not wheelchair accessible