Best around Wakayama, Koyasan Spot List

One of the last temples to prohibit entry to women

Adventure islands

Admire the early-blooming cherry trees at Kimii-dera Temple and enjoy an onsen that contains highly concentrated mineral

Famous for its early blossoming cherry trees, which signify the coming of spring

Castle remains of the Kishu Tokugawa family made up of 555,000 stones

A grand temple complex established on Mount Koya some 900 years ago

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

This temple guesthouse is home to national treasures

A fishing park where everyone can enjoy themselves, from beginners to experienced fishermen

The nation’s head Koyasan Shingon-shu temple

A huge offering of fresh seafood. Perfect for meals and souvenir-hunting

An oceanside hot springs resort with beautiful sunset views of Wakanoura

The leading domestic collection of modern art prints

Koyasan, a treasury of esoteric Buddhism art