Koyasan: Beyond Okunoin and the Main Temple Route Tour Koyasan: Beyond Okunoin and the Main Temple Route Tour/ 4h

Explore the hidden side of Koyasan on a walking tour. Visit the Nyonin-do Hall, Kongosanmai-in Temple, and the Tokugawa Mausoleum.
Begin your journey at the majestic Daimon Gate, the grand entrance to Koyasan. Stroll through historic paths leading to Nyonin-do Hall, once a sacred site for women pilgrims.

Explore the spiritual treasures of the Reihokan Museum, admire the serene beauty of Kongosanmai-in Temple, and uncover the legacy of the Tokugawa Mausoleum. Along the way, visit Karukaya-do Hall, a place filled with heartbreaking legends, and enjoy browsing local shops and restaurants that embody the town’s quiet charm.

Led by a guide full of local insight and stories, this tour invites you to rediscover Koyasan’s sacred atmosphere and the often-overlooked tales woven into its ancient temples and streets.


Daimon Gate（大門） – Grand Entrance to the Sacred Mountain

The iconic gateway to Koyasan, Daimon Gate marks the boundary between the everyday world and the sacred realm. Guarded by two fierce Nio statues, this towering gate has welcomed pilgrims for centuries and offers stunning views over the Kii Mountains.

Nyonin-do Hall（女人堂） – A Place of Prayer for Women

Until the ban on women entering the sacred mountain was lifted, Koyasan strictly prohibited female visitors. Several pilgrimage routes known collectively as the Seven Entrances to Koyasan once led up to the mountain, and at each entrance, a Nyonin-do Hall was built as a place where women could pray and stay in seclusion. Today, only the one at Fudosaka-guchi remains.

Reihokan Museum（霊宝館） – Treasure House of Koyasan

Home to over 50,000 sacred artworks, including statues, scrolls, and mandalas, the Reihokan Museum preserves the spiritual and artistic legacy of Koyasan. Many of its exhibits are designated National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.

Kongosanmai-in（金剛三昧院） – Serenity and Elegance

Founded by Hojo Masako in 1211, Kongosanmai-in is known for its tranquil moss gardens and its beautiful Tahoto Pagoda, a National Treasure. The temple’s peaceful atmosphere reflects the refined spirit of Koyasan.

Tokugawa Mausoleum（徳川家霊台） – The Shoguns’ Sacred Resting Place

Built by Tokugawa Iemitsu in 1643, this ornate twin mausoleum honors shoguns Ieyasu and Hidetada. Decorated with gold and lacquer, the site embodies both spiritual devotion and the grandeur of the Edo period.

Karukaya-do Hall（苅萱堂） – A Tale of Love and Faith

Karukaya-do Hall tells a moving story of a monk who renounced the world but continued to guide his son in secret. This quiet hall invites reflection on compassion, sacrifice, and the deep human side of Buddhist belief.

उपलब्धता की गारंटी के लिए जितनी जल्दी हो सके बुक करें। जल्दी बुकिंग पर विचार करना विशेष रूप से तब महत्वपूर्ण है जब आप सार्वजनिक छुट्टियों या सप्ताहांत जैसे उच्च सीजन के दौरान यात्रा की योजना बना रहे हों।

इस यात्रा को आप यात्रा शुरू होने से 24 घंटे पहले बिना किसी शुल्क के रद्द कर सकते हैं। यदि आप इसे 24 घंटे बाद रद्द करते हैं या यात्रा पर नहीं आते हैं, तो भी आपको गतिविधि की पूरी कीमत चुकानी होगी। पिक-अप या प्रस्थान में देर से आना यात्रा पर नहीं आने के रूप में माना जाएगा।