Top Things to do in Koya-cho
Top Restaurants in Koya-cho
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Koya-cho, Kinki
Discover the best top things to do in Koya-cho, Japan including Healing Space Koyasan Uguisu Seitaiin, Kongobu-ji Temple, Koyasan Reihokan Museum, Kumagai-ji Temple, Torodo Temple, Eko-in Temple, Fukuchi-in Temple, Shojoshin-in Temple, Kadohama Gomatofu Sohompo, Jofukuin (Manihoto Temple).
Restaurants in Koya-cho
1. Healing Space Koyasan Uguisu Seitaiin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 86 reviews
Clinic and Massage space ( Ministry of Health and Welfare certified ) ( English Speaking ) 1, relaxation massage and therapy in Japanese traditional style (Shiatsu, Acupressure) 2, temple massage service (giving massage in the temple where you stay)
Reviewed By renatagO7500ZF
Taka is amazing! I have back problems and tend to suffer from tense neck muscles and constant shoulder pain. It got worse during our trip to Japan, as I had to carry a heavy back pack. I also couldn't sleep for a week, due to jet lag. I spent 45 mins in Taka's clinic and felt completely reborn! No back pain, and most importantly, my sleep returned back to normal! Thank you so much Taka for your help!!!
2. Kongobu-ji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 504 reviews
Reviewed By AB_Stb_OZ - Oud-Zuilen, The Netherlands
Kongobu-ji temple is the center of the Shogun Buddhist community. There are many temples and subtemples and there is an interesting (huge) Zen Garden. Staff is highly accomodating to visitors.
3. Koyasan Reihokan Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 161 reviews
Koyasan Reihokan Museum holds numerous treasures of Koyasan: a total of over 28,000 objects designated either as National Treasures or Important Cultural Properties, and over 50,000 of non-designated issues. These treasures are displayed over 4 exhibitions in the course of one year.
Reviewed By ggm96822 - Honolulu, United States
Koyasan recently celebrated it 1200th anniversary, and some of the treasures in this museum are that old, loaned from some of the 100 monasteries on this mountain. The museum is small and so displays at any time only about 100 carefully selected artworks of the 28,000 objects it stores that are designated national treasures or important cultural properties (out of some 50,000 holdings) with rotating exhibitions. Built out of wood, and opened in 1921, the museum's entrance hall is styled after Byodoin Temple in Uji. The scroll depicting the "Reclining Sakyamuni Buddha on His Last Day" and the two enormous tankhas (one a replica) are particularly impressive, as is the gold and silver calligraphy of sutras on indigo blue paper. Photography prohibited.
4. Kumagai-ji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
5. Torodo Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By AB_Stb_OZ - Oud-Zuilen, The Netherlands
This temple is just in front of the mausoleum of Kobe Daishi Kukai ( the founder of Shogun Buddhism in Japan. It is a place of peace and inspiration, particularly during the morning chanting of the monks at 5am.
6. Eko-in Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By saf51 - Chester, United Kingdom
The Eko-in is one of 52 Shukubo (Temple Lodgings) in Koyasan. We had a wonderful time here. The surroundings are beautiful. We were made to feel very welcome by the friendly monks. Our ryokan-like room was very comfortable with ensuite bathroom - I'm too old to go wandering down a corridor in the middle of the night anymore. The 4.30pm meditation was informative and uplifting (go the meditation room 5 minutes early if you want to meditate on a chair rather than a comfy looking cushion on the floor) We joined the very interesting night walk through the Okunoin cemetery - Eko-in is only a few minutes walk from the entrance. The morning Buddhist service was fascinating and moving; the fire ceremony quite exciting. Meals are vegetarian but don't expect many fresh vegetables-there's a lot of tofu and the normal staples of rice pickles and miso. Breakfast is similar to dinner just smaller. The futons are comfortable but the pillows are thin and filled with buckwheat/beans-an acquired taste.
7. Fukuchi-in Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By ldthomas2015 - Calgary, Canada
This was everything I had hoped it to be and more. If you’re looking for a taste of tradition then this is where you’ll find it. The meals are 100% Buddhist-vegetarian and served in your room at a specific time. The futons are rolled out after dinner, and the gate closes at 9pm. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Morning prayer was at 5am. It’s optional so you need to go if you do not wish to, but it really is a profound experience so I’d definitely recommend going.
8. Shojoshin-in Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By kaioatey - Half Moon Bay, United States
Stopped for a temple lunch, which was held in a screened-off room near an ancient garden. The lunch was beautifully presented, visually powerful and tasteful. The day was freezing day the room was mercifully warm. Friendly staff. Highly recommended.
9. Kadohama Gomatofu Sohompo
10. Jofukuin (Manihoto Temple)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 46 reviews
A peaceful lodging with friendly monks serving as innkeepers that can transport you to an otherworldly experience in Koyasan; one of the World’s Heritage Site.
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