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Koyasan Gokusho
This temple office on Mount Koya is located just before the bridge leading to the holy sanctuary of Okuno-in Temple and cemetery. Here, visitors can purchase ha
Koyasan Jizo Pyramid
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Piled up within the Okuno-in Cemetery on Mount Koya, this pyramid of Jizo statues was found during an excavation project at the cemetery. The pyramid-like structure is composed of thousands of Jizo statues of various shapes and sizes.
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Mizumuke Jizo
Located within the precincts of Okuno-in Temple, this row of Jizo statues sits right next to the Gokusho offering hall. Visitors throw water on the statues to p
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Koyasan Gobyobashi Bridge
This bridge leads to the holy sanctuary of Okuno-in Temple, one of the largest cemeteries in Japan. It spans across the Tamagawa River, where pilgrims cleanse t
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Koyasan Okuno-in Temple
This temple is the site of Kobo Daishi's mausoleum and is known as the country's largest cemetery. Kobo Daishi, also known as Kukai, was a Buddhist monk and the
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Koyasan Ichinohashi Bridge
Directly translating to "first bridge", this bridge serves as the traditional entrance to Okuno-in Temple up on Mount Koya. It is about a 15 minute walk from th
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Shojoshin-in Temple
This traditional and historic Buddhist temple is one of the oldest temples in Koyasan. Visitors can stay at the temple overnight. The temple is conveniently loc
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Kumagaiji
A Buddhist temple lodging accommodation, Kumagaiji lies amid mountains in the sacred Koyasan area. It features classic Japanese architecture and a tranquil atmo
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Sekishoin
Located in the famous Mount Koyasan, guests can experience staying in a historical Buddhist temple at Sekishoin Shukubo. Rooms are Japanese-style and Yukata rob
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Jokiin
Located in Koyasan, 43 km from Sakai, Jokiin features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. All rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a
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