【10% OFF】Day Tour from Osaka: Okunoin & Sacred Mt. Koya with Local Cuisine

Travel in comfort aboard a spacious coach with extra legroom

Experience a secure and comfortable journey with the deluxe sightseeing bus Emperor II. This coach features makeup areas, restrooms, and ample legroom for a relaxing ride.

• Newly designed wide seating arrangement with 9 rows instead of the typical 12
• All seats come with footrests and reclining options
• Seat tables provided for every passenger
• USB charging ports available at the window side, along with a 100V outlet; USB charging is also provided at the aisle side
• Special restroom located at the back, featuring a shower toilet and a powder room with a fitting board, ensuring comfort even on extended trips.

About Mt. Koya

Founded by the monk Kobo Daishi at the start of the Heian period, Mt. Koya serves as the sacred hub for Shingon Esoteric Buddhism. Alongside Mt. Osore in Aomori and Mt. Hiei in Shiga, it is recognized as one of Japan's three most sacred spiritual locations.

Highly Popular Experience!

Accompany an expert guide on a tour of Okunoin, one of the two most revered sacred sites in Mt. Koya. An audio receiver with earphones will be provided, making it simple to listen to the guide's insights.

Okunoin represents the spiritual core of Mt. Koya, where it is believed that Kobo Daishi remains in eternal meditation. The roughly 2-km path is adorned with towering ancient cedar trees, offering a serene and profoundly sacred ambiance.

Savor a hearty lunch featuring Mt. Koya's local specialties.

• Special Dengaku (grilled tofu with miso glaze)
• Simmered Koya Tofu
• Soy-Based Meat
• Konjac Sashimi
• Japanese Pickles
• Shojin Noodle Hot Pot (may be served as chilled shojin noodles depending on the season)
• Sesame Tofu
• Mountain Burdock with Plum Dressing
• Seasonal Side Dish
• Kinzanji Miso
• Mixed Rice with Yuba (Tofu Skin)
• Dessert

Note: Menu items are subject to change without prior notice based on ingredient availability.

Explore Kongobu-ji Temple and Danjo Garan, two of Mt. Koya's most iconic sacred sites, at your own pace.

Kongobu-ji Temple is the main temple of Shingon Buddhism and acts as the administrative center for all Shingon sect activities.

Danjo Garan is one of the two most sacred sites in Mt. Koya, alongside Okunoin. It was the first temple complex established by Kobo Daishi upon founding Mt. Koya.

• Kondo (Main Hall): The principal hall of worship at Mt. Koya.
• Konpon Daito: A stunning vermilion pagoda conceived as the symbolic centerpiece of Shingon Buddhism. Its interior is thought to represent a three-dimensional mandala.

Please note: Admission fees to Kongobu-ji Temple, Konpon Daito, and the Kondo are not included in the tour price.

Information about tour

• Place of departure and destination: From Osaka to Wakayama
• Number of days of travel: 1 Day
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: Yamato Kanko
• Meal(s): Lunch 1
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.

Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team

Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN

Registration No.: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency

Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team

Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN

Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444

Opening hours: 10:00~18:00

(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager: Eri Tomiyama

The Tour Operations Manager oversees transactions related to your travel at the sales office managing your travel arrangements. For any questions or concerns regarding the explanations given by the staff about this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the Tour Operations Manager mentioned above.

Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Journey in ease on a roomy coach designed with additional legroom.
• Experience tranquility with an onboard restroom and a vanity area.
• Discover the revered UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mt. Koya.
• Indulge in a fulfilling lunch that highlights the local specialties of Mt. Koya.
• Wander through Kongobu-ji Temple and Danjo Garan, two of the most notable sacred locations in Mt. Koya, at your leisure.
• Enjoy the striking autumn colors from late October to mid-November.

Itinerary

• Umeda (Meeting time 7:45, Departure time 8:00)
• Katsuragi Drive-in (Shopping for Wakayama's local specialties / approx. 20 minutes)
• Okunoin, Koyasan World Heritage Site (A highly-regarded expert guide will take you through Okunoin, one of Koyasan's two major sacred sites / approx. 90 minutes)
• Ichinohashi Tenpu (A hearty lunch of Koyasan's local cuisine and shopping / approx. 70 minutes)
• Kongobu-ji Temple and Danjo Garan Area, World Heritage Site (Free time to explore and visit the area around Kongobu-ji Temple, where many of Koyasan's highlights, such as the Konpon Daito and Kondo, are located / approx. 90 minutes) *Admission fees for Kongobu-ji Temple, Konpon Daito, and Kondo are not included in the tour price.
• Daimon Gate (View from the car window: The main gate of Koyasan, 25.8 meters high and 5 bays high, is visible from the car window.)
• Umeda (around 17:00)

Price Details

Included

• Daytour
• Lunch
• Japanese guide
• Air-conditioned bus
• Round-trip transportation

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned
• Admission fees to Kongobuji Temple
• Admission fees to Konpon Daito Pagoda
• Admission fees to Kondo Hall

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• Eligibility: This tour is not valid for Japanese nationals. It is available to overseas tourists only.
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• Some areas have uneven terrain. Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes.
• Depending on the schedule, there may not be enough time to purchase amulets (omamori) or receive a temple stamp (goshuin). Shop opening hours may also change without notice.
• The tour may be canceled due to traffic conditions or other unavoidable circumstances.
• Admission fees for Kongobu-ji Temple, Konpon Daito, and Kondo Hall are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately by each guest.

How to Use

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

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation after the tour starts: No refund

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee