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Koyasan Okunoin Night Tour Sacred Pilgrimage Experience
Wakayama Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$57.79
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Koyasan Okunoin Night Tour offers a unique pilgrimage through the serene and sacred grounds of Okunoin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guided by a resident expert in traditional attire, this tour uncovers the rich history and mysteries surrounding Kobo Daishi Kukai, the founder of Koyasan. Spanning 80 minutes, participants will walk approximately 3 km on tranquil paths, immersing in the spiritual atmosphere while learning about Shingon Buddhism and local legends. This experience also includes assistance to a bus stop post-tour, ensuring a smooth return to your accommodation.
- 【Official night tour】 operating since 2011, providing exclusive insights.
- 【Resident guides】 share deep stories about Koyasan's history and legends.
- Evening walking tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
- 【Official night tour】 operating since 2011, providing exclusive insights.
- 【Resident guides】 share deep stories about Koyasan's history and legends.
- Evening walking tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
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Koyasan Okunoin Night Tour Sacred Pilgrimage Experience
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Complimentary return shuttle bus to central Koyasan after the tour (great for temple lodging guests with 21:00 curfew)
Meeting point
1. Check In at Reception
Receive your Tour Pass with the meeting time/location.
Location: AWESOME TOURS Counter (inside TAIRA)
Hours: ① 13:00–17:00 (early check-in benefit) ② 18:30–18:55
2. Departure
Tour departs ~19:00–19:15. Gather at the time/place on your Tour Pass. Staff will guide you.
Return details
After the tour, for those who wish, the guide will lead you to a bus stop for the return trip to the center of Koyasan (bus fare is not required).
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Koyasan OkunoinEnveloped in silence, the Okunoin at night is a sacred place with a mystical and solemn atmosphere, completely different from the daytime. However, its true charm cannot be discovered by simply walking down a dark path. Our stories cover topics such as: The life of Kobo Daishi "Kukai," the founder of Koyasan The teachings of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism The history held within the countless tombstones The mysterious legends of Okunoin Daily life and seasonal information about Koyasan As the sole night tour guiding visitors here since 2011, our expert guides will lead you on an intellectually moving and deeply memorable experience. You might also encounter some local wildlife, like Japanese giant flying squirrels, owls or fireflies!
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Koyasan Okunoin Night Tour Sacred Pilgrimage Experience
Wakayama Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$57.79
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!