Mt. Koya Overnight Free-Plan Trip from Osaka with Temple Lodging Accommodation
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Description
Go on a two-day retreat at the peaceful and sacred Mt. Koya. Experience a Shingon Buddhist monk's way of life by spending the night in a temple and taking part in morning prayers. Visit several UNESCO World Heritage temples on this immersive tour. Located in the Wakayama prefecture, Mt. Koya is the center of Shingon Buddhism that was first introduced by the monk Kukai in the 800's. Till this day many monks practice Buddhism in the many temples that is used as a house of prayer and lodging to visitors. Mt. Koya and the surrounding towns have been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its sacred sites and pilgrimage routes. Take this opportunity to journey through the peaceful mountain and visit the many temples at your own pace. Savor an authentic vegetarian shojin ryori dinner and observe the morning prayers for a special experience only in Japan!
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 20 business days (23:59 local time) to 8 business days (23:59 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 8 business days (23:59 local time) to 2 business days (23:59 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 2 business days (23:59 local time) to 1 business days (23:59 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 1 business days (23:59 local time) to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Tours
1 Room with Shared Restroom
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Maximum 5 tickets can be booked
Inclusion
- Round-trip train ticket between Namba Station and Koyasan Station
- 2-day bus ticket for the Koyasan Nankai Rinkan Bus
- 1 room with shared restroom
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Participation Location Details
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Please pick up your tickets at Nankai Information Center in Nankai Namba Station (1st floor of Namba Galleria). You may exchange your voucher at the window to receive your tickets.
Office Hours: 9:00-20:00
Brochures, maps and other supplementary materials are available in English.
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Going from Nankai Namba Station to Koyasan Station
Transfer from Nankai Namba Station to Koyasan Station on the Nankai Koya Line.
Limited Express Koya: 80 minutes
Rapid Express: 90 minutes
Express: 100 minutes
Check the time table or the digital destination board at the station to find the train you wish to board. Go through the ticket gates and make way to the third floor platforms.
Weekday time table
Weekend and holiday time table
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Day 1
Explore Mt. Koya on your own with a handy 2-day bus ticket you can use to ride the Nankai Rinkan Bus.
Bus route map
Temple Lodging:
You will be informed with your exact temple to enjoy your meal on the day of your activity. Please note that going to the temple will not be guided and guests will need to go there by themselves.
Possible temples for lodging: Henjoko-in, Fugen-in, Henjoson-in or similar
Meal: Shojin Ryori Buddhist-style vegetarian dinner
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Day 2
Take part in the Goma Fire Ritual Morning Prayer early in the morning.
Please note that the morning prayer may not be available depending on the temple you are staying at.
After breakfast at the temple, spend the rest of your day visiting temples and shops around Mt. Koya on your own with a handy 2-day bus ticket you can use to ride the Nankai Rinkan Bus.
Return to Nankai Namba Station in Osaka by Nankai train.
Meal: Breakfast
1 Room with Private Restroom
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Maximum 5 tickets can be booked
Inclusion
- Round-trip train ticket between Namba Station and Koyasan Station
- 2-day bus ticket for the Koyasan Nankai Rinkan Bus
- 1 room with private restroom
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Participation Location Details
-
Please pick up your tickets at Nankai Information Center in Nankai Namba Station (1st floor of Namba Galleria). You may exchange your voucher at the window to receive your tickets.
Office Hours: 9:00-20:00
Brochures, maps and other supplementary materials are available in English.
-
Going from Nankai Namba Station to Koyasan Station
Transfer from Nankai Namba Station to Koyasan Station on the Nankai Koya Line.
Limited Express Koya: 80 minutes
Rapid Express: 90 minutes
Express: 100 minutes
Check the time table or the digital destination board at the station to find the train you wish to board. Go through the ticket gates and make way to the third floor platforms.
Weekday time table
Weekend and holiday time table
-
Day 1
Explore Mt. Koya on your own with a handy 2-day bus ticket you can use to ride the Nankai Rinkan Bus.
Bus route map
Temple Lodging:
You will be informed with your exact temple to enjoy your meal on the day of your activity. Please note that going to the temple will not be guided and guests will need to go there by themselves.
Possible temples for lodging: Henjoko-in, Fugen-in, Henjoson-in or similar
Meal: Shojin Ryori Buddhist-style vegetarian dinner
-
Day 2
Take part in the Goma Fire Ritual Morning Prayer early in the morning.
Please note that the morning prayer may not be available depending on the temple you are staying at.
After breakfast at the temple, spend the rest of your day visiting temples and shops around Mt. Koya on your own with a handy 2-day bus ticket you can use to ride the Nankai Rinkan Bus.
Return to Nankai Namba Station in Osaka by Nankai train.
Meal: Breakfast
Activity Detail
Restrictions
- 2-day free bus pass in Koyasan is valid up to two consecutive calendar days.
- Infants ages 0-1 may stay for free but will not be getting a separate meal or bedding. Up to two infants ages 0-1 may stay for free per adult.
Additional Notes
- There are no guides on this activity.
- Time table for weekday trains from Namba to Koyasan Station.
- Time table for weekend or holiday trains from Namba to Koyasan Station.
- Please note that you will not be able to select a temple of your choice in advance and will be informed with the exact temple for lodging on the day of your tour. Please go to the temple on your own.
- Goma fire ritual morning prayer may not be available depending on the temple lodging.
- Bus route map can be found in the PDF below.