Oh man. If your looking for a uncrowded kyoto-vibes place. You gotta visit Koyasan here in Wakayama

@J.

Oh man. If your looking for a uncrowded kyoto-vibes place. You gotta visit Koyasan here in Wakayama1:25

Escape the crowds of Kyoto with a serene side trip to Koyasan in Wakayama, just two hours from Osaka. Explore ancient temples, shrines, and beautiful autumn foliage in this peaceful, historic mountain town.

1 plan · 5 places

Plan · 5 places · Wakayama, Japan

Koyasan Day Trip from Osaka

“Koyasan is just a 2-hour train ride from Osaka, making it a wonderful side trip to experience a calm, uncrowded Kyoto-like atmosphere with great temples and shrines.”

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Koyasan Funicular
Koya
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The cable car that takes you up to Koyasan, offering scenic views as it ascends the mountain. It's part of the journey to reach Koyasan, which is just a 2-hour train ride from Osaka.
Koyasan, Koya, Ito District, Wakayama 648-0211, Japan
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Koyasan
Japanese inn · Koya
4.5
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A sacred mountain town in Wakayama, offering a peaceful and uncrowded alternative to Kyoto. It's home to numerous temples, shrines, and old houses, with beautiful autumn foliage. The creator rates it 10/10 for its calm atmosphere and lack of tourists.
Koyasan Saizen-in Temple, 154 Koyasan, Koya, Ito District, Wakayama 648-0289, Japan
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Daimon Gate
Buddhist temple · Koya
4.4 (2,130)Closed
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The impressive main gate to Koyasan, marking the entrance to the sacred mountain. It's a grand, two-story vermilion structure surrounded by tall trees and vibrant autumn leaves, offering a calm and uncrowded attraction.
Daimon Gate, Koyasan, 高野町 Koya, Ito District, Wakayama 648-0211, Japan
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Okunoin Temple
Buddhist temple · Koya
4.7 (8,268)Closed
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One of Japan's most sacred temples, featuring a long, stone-paved path lined with ancient cedar trees, moss-covered gravestones, and stone lanterns. It's a deeply spiritual and tranquil place, perfect for a reflective walk.
Kongobu-ji Okuno-in, 550 Koyasan, Koya, Ito District, Wakayama 648-0211, Japan
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Koyasan Torii Gates Shrine
Buddhist temple · Koya
4.5 (7,276)Closed · opens 8:30 AM
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A shrine in Koyasan featuring a path lined with numerous red torii gates, similar to those found in Kyoto but without the crowds. It offers a peaceful setting for taking photos.
Kongobu-ji, 132 Koyasan, Koya, Ito District, Wakayama 648-0211, Japan

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