Rejuvenate in Mt. Koya with shrine visits and sesame tofu
Use the weekend to escape the bustle of everyday. The Mt. Koya area of Wakayama Prefecture has the attraction of many spiritual places and healthy food. Here is a one-day driving course focused on healing. Do not rush your trip but enjoy the breaks. Go on a journey to please yourself, mind and body.
- DAY1
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- 2018-07-24
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- Koyasan Okunoin
- 10:00
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- Kadohama Gomatofu
- 11:30
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- Danjo-garan
- 13:00
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- Transcribe sutras and experience initiation ceremonies at Koyasan Daishi Kyokai
- 14:30
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- Kasakuni
- 16:00
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- Koyasan Okunoin
- 10:00
- 60min
- Temple
- As the ecclesiastical headquarters of Shingon Buddhism, Koyasan is a sacred site. However, the center of spirituality in these mountains is said to be Koyasan Okunoin, Japan’s largest cemetery. The tombstones of Sengoku warlords take up much of this secluded spot. But if you head further into the cemetery, you’ll be met by thousands of temple lanterns that burn night and day. As photography is banned here, only those who make the effort can experience this fantastical place.
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- Address
- Wakayama Ito-gun Koyacho Koyasan 550
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- Car
- 8min
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- Kadohama Gomatofu
- 11:30
- 60min
- Other Food
- This tofu restaurant prides itself on using no additives while valuing the importance of serving authentic dishes of the highest quality. Many of the ingredients are produced at the summit of Mt. Koya. Together with the calming atmosphere of the restaurant’s interior, the food is said to satisfy both mind and body.
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- Address
- Wakayama Pref. Itogunkouyachou Kouyasan 230
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- Car
- 1min
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- Danjo-garan
- 13:00
- 60min
- Other Historic Site/Building
- Painted a vivid vermillion, the striking Danjo-garan is regarded as one of the core sacred spots on Mt. Koya alongside Okunoin. Take a deep breath and inhale both the clean air and the natural energy of the place.
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- Wakayama Pref. Itogunkouyachou Kouyasan 152
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- Car
- 1min
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- Transcribe sutras and experience initiation ceremonies at Koyasan Daishi Kyokai
- 14:30
- 60min
- Experience Hall / Accommodation Experience (Training) Facility
- Your next stop should be at Daishi Kyokai. This pure environment surrounded by nature is the place to experience Buddhist rites and meditation. Now that you are closely in touch with tradition, take this opportunity to decelerate your mind and purify your heart.
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- Address
- Wakayama Pref. Itogunkouyachou Kouyasan 347
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- Car
- 1min
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- Kasakuni
- 16:00
- 60min
- Japanese Confectionery
- End this one-day tour at Kasakuni, the best place for Koyasan souvenirs. Easily the most popular item here is miruku-ishi, a style of confectionery emblazoned with the image of Okunoin. Other beautifully crafted goodies include baked sweets and rice cakes.
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- Address
- Wakayama Pref. Itogunkouyachou Kouyasan 764
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- FINISH
- 17:00
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- DAY1
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