Koyasan Kongobuji Okunoin
📍 Wakayama, Koyasan · 550 Koyasan, Ito District, Wakayama Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:15–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
The Okunoin at Koyasan has been a sacred mausoleum of Kobo Daishi for over 1,200 years. Since ancient times, countless pilgrims have sought spiritual purification in this holy ground. The temple's profound teachings continue to guide seekers toward enlightenment and salvation. Its eternal flame represents the compassion of Kobo Daishi, burning eternally in the hearts of devotees. This sanctuary transcends life and death, embodying the teachings of Shingon Buddhism.
Benefits
LongevityFulfillment of wishesSacred pilgrimage
