Okunoin cemetery route
JP-KOY-001Walk a cedar-lined memorial and pilgrimage path.
Suggested time: Allow 1–3 hours; check tickets, access and local conditions
Things to do in Mount Koya and sacred sites, Japan
Shingon Buddhist monastic heritage and wooded mountain temples.
Explore 5 listed attractions and experiences from the Travelaux destination itinerary. Actual access, opening hours and operational arrangements should be reconfirmed before departure.
Attractions and experiences
Danjo Garan temples
JP-KOY-002Learn about Shingon temple architecture.
Suggested time: Allow 1–3 hours; check tickets, access and local conditions
Kongobuji temple
JP-KOY-003Explore a major monastery and rock garden.
Suggested time: Allow 1–3 hours; check tickets, access and local conditions
Temple lodging experience
JP-KOY-004Attend an appropriate hosted stay and morning rituals.
Suggested time: Allow 1–3 hours; check tickets, access and local conditions
Koyasan pilgrimage trails
JP-KOY-005Choose old mountain paths matched to weather and fitness.
Suggested time: Allow 1–3 hours; check tickets, access and local conditions
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