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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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Wakayama
Shrines & Temples
Kumano Hayatama Taisha
3.91 5UNESCO World Heritage, The “land of resurrection" that plays a part of Kumano Sanzan.
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Kumano Kodo Travel Guide: Set Out on a Journey Through Japan’s History and Spiritual Traditions
The Kumano Kodo is a pilgrimage route, essentially a path used to visit shrines and temples. With its mystical atmosphere and rich nature, the Kumano Kodo lets you explore historic spots and is still traveled by many visitors today. This article introduces Kumano Kodo sightseeing spots and explains its five routes in detail. Since the Kumano Kodo covers a wide area with plenty to see, it’s best to read up with this guide before you go.
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Kansai, where you can “Experience the Real Japan” that you have been looking for.
The Kansai region is a “treasure house of Japanese culture” with a rich cultural resource remaining from its history as a former prosperous capital. There is a new, high-quality cultural tour that offers multiple cultural experiences in special settings with top-notch people who have mastered culture, art, or faith rooted in the Kansai region. Here are some travel reports from actual tour participants. Take part in this tour that is sure to become a once-in-a-lifetime precious trip.
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Meet "real Japan" in Kansai - an exclusive experience.
Kansai Region hosted a capital city in ancient times and has served as the nation’s hub. It has produced many types of culture, which are handed down to this day. Touring the Kansai Area allows you to trace back the source of Japanese culture. The guide by the Japanese-culture-and-arts expert and the exclusive space are woven together into this acclaimed video. Enjoy a simulated cultural experience in the space usually closed off from the public.
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