Best places in Koya

Discover the best places in Koya, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 63 places in the city.

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Oku-no-In
Buddhist temple
Prominent Buddhist temple with the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi, founder of Shingon Buddhism.
4.70 (5.9K reviews)
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Mausoleum of Great Master Kobo Daishi (Buddhist monk Kūkai)
Buddhist temple
👍👍 Although it was a long time ago, it was an evening so it took time to walk, so I headed for a taxi with my acquaintance and my mother. Did you get lost in your heart even though you have never been intoxicated? I received a vegetarian dish as soon as I arrived, but I felt sorry because I wasn't fee...
4.80 (317 reviews)
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Kongobu-ji Kompon Daito (Grand Central Pagoda)
Buddhist temple
Bright-red, 50m pagoda in a temple complex, containing a Buddha statue & ornately painted pillars.
4.60 (739 reviews)
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Kongobu-ji
Buddhist temple
Historic temple & headquarters of Shingon Buddhism featuring artifacts, paintings & a rock garden.
4.50 (5.8K reviews)
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Eko-in Temple (Pilgrim's Lodging)
Buddhist temple
Simple rooms in a tranquil Buddhist property featuring a temple & a meditation hall.
4.60 (627 reviews)
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Kongobu-ji Danjo Garan (Elevated Precinct)
Buddhist temple
Well-known, historical Buddhist temple complex in a serene environment with towering trees.
4.50 (3K reviews)
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Okunoin Cemetery
Cemetery
Old cedars tower in this sacred area with the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi, founder of Shingon Buddhism.
4.80 (198 reviews)
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Koyasan Guest House Kokuu
Guest house
Streamlined private rooms & a dorm in a straightforward hostel offering an airy restaurant/bar.
4.70 (217 reviews)
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Bon On Shya Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 This is one of my favourite cafes throughout Japan, if not the world. First stumbled upon this cafe 5 years back with my mother and have been wanting to return ever since. The owners are such delightful authentic people which truly shows in the preparation of the food and space. Both an institute of...
$$ $$
4.60 (288 reviews)
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Daimon Gate
Buddhist temple
The gateway to Mt. Koya, this tall structure with carved guardians was built in the 11th century.
4.40 (1.6K reviews)
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Koyasan Reihokan Museum
Museum
Collection of Japanese cultural relics, including Buddhist statues, paintings & artifacts.
4.40 (949 reviews)
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Shojoshin-in Temple (Pilgrim's Lodging)
Buddhist temple
Simple rooms in a circa 824 Buddhist temple offering vegetarian meals & temple tours.
4.50 (282 reviews)
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Joki-in Temple (Pilgrim's Lodging)
Buddhist temple
😠 To those who are aspiring to work here, Jokiin: I used to work here for a few days. The coworkers and guests were very nice, but the employer was not. ・She screamed at me for not doing tasks that I hadn't been told to do. She wouldn't listen to me explaining that I didn't even know how to do them....
4.60 (191 reviews)
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Koyasan Daishikyokai
Buddhist temple
👍 建物が入りづらい雰囲気ですが、御朱印もいただけます。お堂が立派で26枚の弘法大師行状図絵は見る価値ありです。もう少し見やすい位置にあれば良いです。
4.40 (423 reviews)
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Koyasan Saizen-in Temple
Buddhist temple
😠 We expected more for this price. Firstly, it was not mentioned when we booked that there was an open/close time of the main door (after that time you cannot come in). Secondly, there is no shower in our room what was mentioned and was ok, but it was not written that bath time is till 20:30 and the...
4.50 (250 reviews)
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Souji-in Temple
Buddhist temple
Tranquil rooms in an ornate Buddhist temple featuring vegetarian dining & bathhouses.
4.40 (222 reviews)
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Nan-in Temple
Buddhist temple
👍 高野山観光の中心から少し離れているせいか人が多くなく静かにお参りができます。
4.50 (154 reviews)
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Shunsai Kameya
Izakaya restaurant
$$ $$
4.80 (83 reviews)
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Yochi-in Temple (Pilgrim's Lodging)
Buddhist temple
Serene rooms with garden views & tatami floors in a Buddhist temple offering vegetarian meals.
4.40 (199 reviews)
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Ren'gejo-in Temple (Pilgrim's Lodging)
Buddhist temple
👍👍 Extraordinary experience to be hosted by Buddhist monks, try meditation and breakfast/dinner. Very essential room with view on traditional Japanese garden with stones and sand. I imagine that in winter must be wonderful with snow! I have to come back again in the future.
4.30 (292 reviews)
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