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Wakayama Prefecture, Japan
Kongobuji & Danjo Garan with a Temple-Certified Resident Guide
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Koya, Japan
Wakayama Prefecture, Japan
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Duration 2hour(s) 30min(s)

Discover the spiritual heart of Mount Koya on an exclusive 2.5-hour private tour (2 hours of expert guiding + 30 minutes of logistical support) for your group of 1–5 guests. Led by a master resident guide with 15 years of experience, you will explore the two most significant central sites: the head temple, Kongobuji, and the monastic complex, Danjo Garan. As a licensed travel agency operator and former Head of Temple Office Operations , your guide offers rare, real-time insights into temple life and esoteric traditions.

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Kongobuji & Danjo Garan

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¥37,500
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The Highlight

Complete Door-to-Door Logistics: Includes pickup from your accommodation within Koyasan, transportation between sites, and a final drop-off at your destination.

15 Years of Local Expertise: Led by a National Licensed Guide and the founder of the Okunoin Night Tour, a full-time resident with an unparalleled local network.

Former Temple Insider: Gain unique perspectives from a former Head of Temple Office Operations with a decade of experience managing the administrative heart of a local temple.

Architectural & Spiritual Wonders: Deep-dive explanations of Japan’s largest rock garden at Kongobuji and the majestic 48.5-meter-tall Great Pagoda at Danjo Garan.

Refined British English: High-quality communication is guaranteed by your lead guide’s background studying in the United Kingdom.

The Experience

This 2.5-hour experience is a focused, professional exploration of the two sites that form the religious center of Koyasan.

Kongobuji (Head Temple): Explore the administrative headquarters of Shingon Buddhism. Visit the breathtaking Banryutei—the largest rock garden in Japan—and historic interior rooms. Having managed temple office operations for 10 years, your guide shares authentic stories of temple life, from traditional rituals to the history of the imperial family's visits.

Danjo Garan (Sacred Monastic Complex): Visit the site where Kukai first established his monastic center 1,200 years ago. Witness the iconic Konpon Daito (Great Pagoda), standing 48.5 meters tall, and the Kondo. Through professional dialogue, the complex mandalas and esoteric teachings are brought to life.

Full Logistical Support: To ensure a seamless experience, we provide full transportation within the Koyasan area. We will pick you up at your hotel or the station, manage the transition between Kongobuji and Garan, and drop you off at your preferred location afterward.

Guide Services

Languages Spoken by Guides

  • English

Itinerary

  • Kongobuji & Danjo Garan

Price Details

Daytour
Travel agency liability insurance
Guide
Local guide
English guide
Expenses not mentioned
Tourist attraction ticket

Add-on Items

Translated writings of Kobo Daishi (Kukai) - ¥ 1,500
A translated collection of the timeless teachings and writings of the founder of Koyasan, Kobo Daishi. Delve into the Grand Master's eternal wisdom with this succinct volume.
Translated writings of Kobo Daishi (Kukai)

How to Use

  • Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Purchase Notice

Logistics: Complimentary pickup and drop-off within the Koyasan area are included.

Entrance Fees: Admission for Kongobuji and Danjo Garan (approx. ¥2,000 pp) is not included. Please have Japanese Yen ready.

Professional Standards: We are a fully licensed travel agency. This is a dedicated career rooted in 15 years of daily life on the mountain, not a part-time hobby.

Guide Policy: While we aim for the lead guide to conduct every tour, if he is unavailable, the tour will be led by a veteran guide personally trained by him. All backup guides are Kongobuji Temple-Certified Guides.

Important Booking Information

Pickup Protocol: If you wish to be picked up at your accommodation, please meet your guide outside the main gate on the road at the scheduled time. To respect the privacy of the temples and lodgings, your guide will not enter the accommodation buildings.

Requesting Details: Please let us know your preferred start time, pickup location, and drop-off location (all within Koyasan) at the time of booking.

Clothing: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the walk between temple buildings.

Weather: The tour operates in rain or snow. In case of extreme weather warnings, we will contact you for a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

Number of days prior to departure / Cancellation fee
  • Cancellation made at least 8 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
  • Cancel during 3 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
  • Cancel during 1 ~ 2 day(s) of departure, will charge 80%
  • Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)

Kongobuji & Danjo Garan with a Temple-Certified Resident Guide

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