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Koyasan: Must-See Okuno-in Cemetery 2-Hour Guided Tour

Wakayama Prefecture, Japanby DeepExperience

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Japanese, English

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Overview

Discover the Okuno-in Cemetery, the largest in Japan, with a local guide. Learn about the history of the cemetery and the famous monk Kobo Daishi.

What's included

  • Visit to famous samurai graves
  • Opportunity to experience the sacred atmosphere
  • Guided tour of Koyasan Okuno-in
  • Transportation to Koyasan
  • Meals and drinks

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Koyasan Okunoin

    2 hours

    Do you know Koyasan Okuno-in? There are numerous cemeteries and memorial towers lined up toward the place where Kobo Daishi, the famous monk who founded Koyasan 1,000 years ago, is said to have continued his meditation to this day. These are an expression of the desire to sleep near the famous monk, and when you actually stand at the place, you will feel no sense of foreboding or dimness, only a quiet and sacred atmosphere. Numerous graves, including those of famous Japanese samurai, provide an opportunity to see what kind of people are being laid to rest. Imagine. Imagine the smell of moss and cedar trees, and a space of silence filled with fog. The only sounds are those of water and birds. Enjoy Japan's first sacred site with a local guide.

Meeting and pickup

In front of Ichino-hashi bridge. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • As Koyasan is a religious site, modest clothing is required. Guests wearing tank tops, camisoles, off-shoulder tops, miniskirts, shorts, or yukata cannot join the tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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