The chanting of sutras permeates the morning silence, creating a special kind of dignified, crisp atmosphere. And then come the many delicious and handsomely-presented monastery vegetarian dishes.This is the other side of Koyasan that only travelers can come to know. Come stay in a Shukubo!

“Shukubo” is a temple that offers lodging for guests. At first glance, it appears like a simple travelers’ inn, or Ryokan; however, the most appealing difference is that guests can enjoy a kind of hospitality that only a Shukubo could offer, such as the experiencing Buddhism first hand and enjoying monastery vegetarian dishes. Your heart will gain solace duringthe special time you spend in a Shukubo.

There is a large, multi-person bath, where bathers can soak their weary bodies after a long day of hiking.

All rooms are private. Each room offers the necessary amenities, such as heating/air conditioning as well as a yukata robe and towel, giving the shukubo a Ryokan-like comfort. The monks offer thorough-going hospitality and a wonderful presentation for your journey to Koyasan.

Experience hospitality that only aShukubo could offer!

A Ryokan-likecomfortable atmosphere

Shakyo is the copying of sutras. Simply dashing off the characters is forbidden. The calligrapher corrects her posture, holds her dearest wishes in her heart, and carefully touches the brush to paper one

point and one line at a time.

Your brushstroke reveals your inner heart.

The solemn, dignified Buddhist servicesin the mornings on Koyasan will be thehighlight of your stay in the Shukubo.

Rooms

The Bath

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There is a large Japanese-style tub, allowing bathers to stretch out their legs and relax.

Monastery Vegetarian Cuisine

This cuisine completely excludes the use of meat and fish. The cuisine, both delicious and splendid in appearance, makes adroit use of wheat gluten and tofu to approximate meat, and gives the diner a glimpse into the skills, culture and history of the denizens of Koyasan. The meals also make use of in-season fresh wild plants.

Buddhist Services

The Buddhist service involves the chanting of sutras in front of an image of the Buddha as we pay homage. Services to the principal image of the Buddha are held every morning on Koyasan in an atmosphere of solemn dignity. This is something that only guests of the Shukubo can experience, and will be the highlight

of your stay on Koyasan. Please do take part!

Come stayin

Shukubo!

The meals are splendid, yet modest. The monastery vegetarian cuisine is the treasure of Koyasan.

Buying a limited express ticket, you can reserve a seat for the Koya Limited Express.

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Koyasan̶the embodiment of the thought of KukaiIt was a solitary monk named Kukai who established this place of worship deep in the mountains for the esoteric Buddhist sect of Shingon. He travelled to China roughly 1,200 years ago to gain the highest levels of knowledge the world had to offer on esoteric Buddhism transmitted from India, as well as astronomy, geology, and civil engineering, before returning to Japan. He was a most uncommon monk, sharing his skills and stories throughout Japan. If anywhere has the most accumulated wisdom and knowledge of Kukai, it is Koyasan.

Danjo Garan Complex Dai-mon GateDaimon, the majestic gate of the temple complex, measures 25.1 meters high. The present structure was rebuilt in 1705. Two statues of guardian deities stand on both sides of the path.

Several-hundred-year-old soaring cedar trees stand along the 2-kilometer path leading from Ichinohashi Bridge to the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi (Kukai). More than 200,000 tombs for people of all classes (from common townsfolk to military commanders) have been built among the trees, their presence attesting to the deep faith in this holy mountain.

Kongobuji is the head temple of more than 4,000 temples of the Shingon sect of Buddhism in the world. The temple’s highlights include elegant pictures on sliding doors by well-known artists, a grand kitchen, and the room where Toyotomi Hidetsugu was forced to commit suicide.

This museum keeps and exhibits priceless assets of the 1200-year-old temple, including National Treasures, Important Cultural Properties, prefectural cultural properties, and documents of historical importance.

Gobyo no hashi Bridge

Konpon Daito Pagoda Chu-mon Gate

Kongobu-ji Head Temple KoboDaishi GobyoMausoleum

Upon Kukai’s death, his disciples erected a mausoleum beside the Tama River with its crystal-clean water. Even today, many people visit the mausoleum to worship Kobo Daishi.

This bridge leads visitors to the mausoleum. Before crossing the bridge and entering the “sanctuary,” it is a custom for visitors to groom themselves and make a deep bow to Kukai, who is believed to be still alive in the mausoleum and offering prayers for all people across the world.

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The statue of Asekaki Jizo, standing close to Gobyo-bashi Bridge, is believed to be always perspiring since it deliberately suffers all sorts of pains on behalf of all people. The Mirror Well is located adjacent to this statue.

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Asekaki Jizo (Sweating Jizo Statue) Sugatami no Ido (Mirror Well)

Dai-mon GateDaimon, the majestic gate of the temple complex, measures 25.1 meters high. The present structure was rebuilt in 1705. Two statues of guardian deities stand on both

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Sanko-no-matsu(three-leaf pine tree)

The present structure was rebuilt in 1937. The 48.5-meter-high tower painted in vermillion lacquer enshrines a statue of Taizokai Dainichi Nyorai and four

statues of Kongokai Buddha. Together with colorful images of other deities painted on the 16 pillars and walls, these statues of Buddha comprise a mandala.

As the main hall of the temple complex, the Kondo is used for important Buddhist ceremonies. Although the hall was originally built by Kukai in 819, it has been

repeatedly destroyed. The present hall was rebuilt for the seventh time in 1932. The hall enshrines a statue of Yakushi Nyorai as a main deity.

Kon-do HallAccording to legend, shortly before Kukai departed for Japan from China after studying Esoteric Buddhism there, he threw a triple-forked vajra (an instrument used in rituals) toward the Japanese Archipelago in order to discover the best place to propagate Esoteric Buddhism. Since the vajra fell on Koyasan, Kukai erected a temple there. People began to worship three-leaf pine trees growing on the mountain because of the resemblance of their leaves to a triple-forked vajra. Today, many visitors take home fallen pine leaves and treasure them as good-luck charms.

The original structure of the Chumon gate was destroyed

the destruction of the original gate, in 2015, the present gate was rebuilt as part of a project to celebrate the 1200th anniversary of Koyasan.

erected a temple atop Koyasan, comprises one of the two sanctuaries of Koyasan, the other being Okunoin.

Adult: ¥600; College/high school student: ¥350; Junior high/elementary school student: ¥250Year-end and New Year holidays* Last entry: 30 minutes prior to closing time

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On October 24, 2017, the Nankai Electric Railway and the Montreux Oberland Bernois Railway (MOB), in Switzerland, entered into a sister railway partnership. MOB offers service between Zweisimmen and Montreux in Switzerland, and forms the Golden Pass, a lovely rail route that crosses Switzerland passing Lake Lucerne and Lake Geneva. MOB is a mountain railway that passes through the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces, a world heritage site, and this makes its sister railway partnership with the Nankai Electric Railway most fitting.

The Nankai Electric Railway and the Montreux Oberland Bernois Railway (MOB), in Switzerland, have entered into a sister railway partnership.

English-speaking staff members. A voice guide system, available in English, French, Korean, and Chinese, offers commentaries on the history and culture of Koyasan.

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Koyasan BusFrom Koyasan Eki-mae

Koyasan Tour/ To Koyasan Sta.

To Dai-mon GateTake bus bound for Daimon Minami Chushajo, get off atDaimon ㉑ and walk a few minutes.

To Danjo Garan ComplexTake bus bound for Daimon Minami Chushajo, get off at Kondo-mae ⑱ and walk a few minutes.

To Reihokan MuseumTake bus bound for Daimon Minami Chushajo, get off at Reihokan-mae ⑰ and walk a few minutes.

To Kongobu-ji Head Temple

①Koyasan STA

Take bus bound for Daimon Minami Chushajo, get off at Kongobuji-mae ⑯ and walk a few minutes.

To Nyonindo and Tokugawa Family MausoleumTake any bus other than the express bus bound for Tateri Kojin/Gomadan-zan. Get off at Nyonindo ② to go there. To go to Tokugawa Family Mausoleum, get off at Namikiri Fudo-mae ④ and walk a few minutes.

Take a bus bound for Okunoin-mae, and get off either at Okunoin-guchi ⑪ or Okunoin-mae ⑭. If a bus for Okunoin-mae is not available, take a bus bound for Koyasan Eki-mae, get off at Senjuinbashi (W) ⑮, and cross the street to Senjuinbashi (E) ⑥ to take a bus bound for Okuno-in.

To Okuno-in (Gobyo)

From Dai-mon Gate to Okuno-in

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Benefits: 20% discount for admission plus 10% discount at affiliated souvenir shops and restaurants 1Day Bus Ticket is available at Koyasan STA bus stop

Take a bus bound for Okunoin-mae, get off either at Okunoin-guchi ⑪ or Ichinohashi-guchi ⑩, and walk 40 minutes. You can also ride as far as Okunoin-mae ⑭ and walk 30 minutes.

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