Koyasan Images (21 images)
Koyasan is the center of Shingon Buddhism, a sect which was introduced to Japan in 805 by Kobo Daish one of the most significant personalities in Japan's history. Over one hundred temples stand in the small town on top of the wooded mountain, now declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Koyasan is one of the best places to experience a night at a temple. About fifty temples in the area function as shukubo, where tourists are welcome to overnight, try shojin ryori - the vegetarian cuisine of...
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Okunoin Graveyard at Koya-san
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Shoji - Japanese Paper Windows
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Japanese Garden at Ekoin, Koya-san
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Ekoin Gate, Koya-san
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Daito or Great Stupa at Koya-san
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Fusuma Sliding Doors at Ekoin, Koya-san
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Hasu-ike Lotus Pond, Koyasan
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Tatami Room at Ekoin, Koya-san
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Shojin Ryori at Koya-san
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Fire Burning Ceremony at Ekoin, Koya-san
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Shojin Ryori at Koya-san
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Henro, Japanese Pilgrims
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Japanese Slippers at Engawa Entrance, Koyasan
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Japanese Monk Pilgrims, Koyasan
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Okunoin Graveyard at Koya-san
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Okunoin Graveyard at Koya-san
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Banryutei Garden, Kongobuji Temple
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Okunoin Graveyard at Koya-san
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Morning Prayer Service at Ekoin, Koya-san
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Daito or Great Stupa at Koya-san
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Morning Prayer Service at Ekoin, Koya-san