Stunning world of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism
What we'll do
Danjo Garan is another important area in Koyasan. The word Garan is derived from the Sanskrit and means a quiet and secluded place where Buddhist monks may train. It has served as the focal point of the study, training and rituals for Shingon Buddhist monks from the ninth century to the present day. Kodo Daishi expressed a three-dimensional Mandala world through the buildings of Garan. Inside the design is also three-dimensional expression of the Mandala of Shingon Buddhism. Kongobuji Temple is the head temple of 3600 Shingon Esoteric Buddhism. You can also see the largest rock garden in Japan.
Meeting Place
The tour will begin and end at Koyasan Station.(Some tourist continue the tour after Okunoin will begin the tour after lunch.)
Details
- Price per person
- 6,000 JPY ~ / person
- Max participants
- Up to 5 people
- Languages
- Hosted in English
- Things you need to know before the tour
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Things you need:
Comfortable shoes
Transport expenses(approx. 880JPY)
Admission fee(approx. 700JPY)
Lunch(approx. 2000-3000JPY)
Notes:
Kongobuji Temple and Konpon Daito Pagoda will be closed at 5:00pm.(Last admission 4:30pm)
If you go to Okunoin first, the tour should be started by 1:30pm.
Route
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1Daimon
Traditional gate to Koyasan and the pilgrimage destination.Through Daimon we enjoy walking in the Koya town.(about 20min walk to Danjo Garan)
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2Danjo Garan
Koyasan's central temple complex. Inside the Konpon Daito Pagoda is a three dimensional mandala world. Upon entering the pagoda, visiters are astonished to see the beautifully arranged world of Buddhism.(Admission fee 200JPY per person.)
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3Kongobuji Temple
The head temple of 3600 Shingon Esoteric Buddhism. You can enjoy beautiful sliding screens, Banryutei Rock Garden(the largest rock garden in Japan)and kithen with old Kamado stoves. You can drink tea in the resting place.(Admission fee 500JPY per person.)
