8-Hour Mount Koya Spiritual Tour from Osaka with Shojinryori Lunch

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Experience the profound history and spiritual allure of Mount Koya, a UNESCO World Heritage site
• 02 Visit iconic sites such as Okunoin and Danjogaran
• 03 Enjoy shojin ryori, the traditional Buddhist vegetarian cuisine of Mount Koya
• 04 Immerse yourself in the teachings of Kobo Daishi Kukai
• 05 Revel in the serene natural surroundings

This is a special journey that allows you to experience the profound history and spiritual allure of Mount Koya, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Departing from Namba Station in Osaka, this tour takes you to the sacred land of Mount Koya, where faith has been passed down through the ages. Surrounded by majestic nature, the sacred mountain offers a serene experience as you visit iconic sites, enjoy shojin ryori, the traditional Buddhist vegetarian cuisine unique to Mount Koya, and immerse yourself in its rich cultural heritage. You will leave with a renewed sense of peace and inspiration.

This is a special journey that allows you to experience the profound history and spiritual allure of Mount Koya, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Osaka, Hashimoto

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Journey from Namba to the Sacred Sites of Mount Koya

• 7:30 am: Namba Station, Osaka (Nankai Line)
• 8:30 am: Hashimoto Station, Wakayama
• 9:30 am: Gokuraku-bashi Station (Nankai Koya Cable Car Line)
• 10:00 am: Daimon Gate
• 10:30 am: Danjogaran
• 12:00 pm: Lunch
• 1:00 pm: Kongobuji Temple
• 2:00 pm: Okunoin
• 3:30 pm: Koyasan Station

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guided tour
• Shojinryori (Buddhist cuisine) lunch

What's Not Included

• Train fare
• Admission fee
• Meal fee

Know before you go

• Please note that the itinerary may change, or the tour may be canceled depending on the operating status of public transportation.
• You can also travel by bus within Mount Koya.
• I also offer tours of Wakayama City and the Kumano Kodo trails, so please enjoy these together.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Osaka, Japan

Tour start

Japan, 〒252-0143 神奈川県相模原市緑区橋本２−３−２

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.