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Koyasan Reihokan Museum
An exhibit of preserved cultural treasures from Koyasan, the said "Sanctuary of Religious Art”.
Koyasan is an esteemed UNESCO World Heritage Site registered in Wakayama Prefecture since 2004 that’s also known as the center of Shingon Buddhism. Journey to this sacred area to find 117 temples and a collection of cultural treasures so vast to inspire the regional nickname "Sanctuary of Religious Art”.
To safeguard and display these cultural properties, the Koyasan Reihokan Museum was established in 1921 through donations from supporters and funding by Kongobuji Temple. Due to the increasing number of significant cultural artifacts, the museum expanded its storage facilities three times—in 1961, 1984, and 2003. The main building was recognized as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 1998.
The museum currently holds approximately 28,000 items, including sculptures (Buddhist statues), Buddhist paintings, manuscripts, and other Buddhist crafts. Among these are 21 National Treasures, 148 Important Cultural Properties, 17 cultural assets designated by Wakayama Prefecture, and 2 Important Art Objects. When including uncategorized artifacts, the collection amounts to nearly 100,000 pieces.
This showcase of premier, Buddhist art is available to view all year-round, with the added bonus of special summer exhibits, themed programming and permanent collections.
Highlights
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A repository for cultural treasures preserved by temples on Koyasan, Wakayama Prefecture, a sacred site of Shingon Buddhism.
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Houses approximately 28,000 cultural artifacts, including National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.
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When including uncategorized items, the collection totals around 100,000 pieces.
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Regularly hosts special exhibitions, thematic displays, and permanent exhibits throughout the year.
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Established in 1921, the museum preserves and exhibits numerous cultural artifacts.
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Diverse trees add a canopy of beauty across all four seasons at the museum.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
English pamphlets available.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
No free Wi-Fi available.
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Are coin lockers available?
Lockers are available to use at no charge.
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Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users or those needing barrier-free facilities?
Due to the historical nature of the building, there are numerous steps throughout the facility. Wheelchairs are provided in each room.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 高野山霊宝館
- Postal Code
- 648-0211
- Address
- 306 Koyasan, Koyacho, Itogun, Wakayama
- Telephone
- 0736-56-2029
- Closed
- New Year’s holiday period, closed for exhibition changes
- Business Hours
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8:30am-5:30pm（From May to October）, 8:30am-5:00pm（From November to April）
※Last admission: 30 minutes before closing - Admission
- Adults 1,300yen, High school students and University students 800yen（※need to present their student ID）, Elementary school Students and Middle School Students 600yen
- Access
- From Koyasan Cable Car’s Koyasan Station, take the bus to "Senjuinbashi" stop; approximately a 10-minute walk from there.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)