Kongobu-ji Head Temple
This temple, the head temple of Koyasan Shingon esoteric Buddhism, was established by Kukai and has approximately 3,600 branch temples throughout Japan. It is located almost right in the center of the mountain top. Don't miss the beautiful fusuma (panel) paintings of seasonal flowers and birds, as well as Banryu Garden, Japan's largest rock garden.
- Area
- Koyasan
- Category
- History / Tradition /Culture
- Travel Inspirations
- World Heritage Sites in Wakayama
This attraction on sample itineraries
- Koyasan to Kumano: the Ultimate Wakayama Itinerary
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- Travel from Kyoto to Koyasan, Kumano and Shirahama
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General Information
- Address
- 和歌山県伊都郡高野町高野山132
- Telephone Number
- +81-(0)736-56-2011
- Directions
- Ride the Koya Rinkan Bus from Nankai Koyasan Station and get off at "Kongobuji-mae"
From the Wakayama Kita Interchange on the Hanwa Expressway towards Hashimoto, take Prefectural Road 139 and National Route 24, 480 towards Koya for approximately 47.3 km.
- Website
* Facility information is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
