Mountaintop monastic complex — 117 temples, headquarters of Shingon esoteric Buddhism
Starting From
₹145k
Duration
5 Days
Physical Level
EasyMeditation Level
IntermediateGroup Size
8-14 people
Accommodation
Shukubo (temple lodging) — choose from 50+ temples
Mountaintop monastic complex — 117 temples, headquarters of Shingon esoteric Buddhism.
Schedule
Afternoon arrival, evening welcome ceremony, group introduction
Spiritual Practice
Ajikan A-syllable meditation
Schedule
Pre-dawn meditation, morning Goma fire ritual, midday rest, afternoon site visit, evening Shingon ceremony
Spiritual Practice
Goma fire ritual
Schedule
Pre-dawn meditation, morning Sutra copying (shakyo), midday rest, afternoon site visit, evening Shingon ceremony
Spiritual Practice
Sutra copying (shakyo)
Schedule
Pre-dawn meditation, morning Shingon mantra, midday rest, afternoon site visit, evening Shingon ceremony
Spiritual Practice
Shingon mantra
Schedule
Final Ajikan A-syllable meditation practice, closing blessing, departure transfers
Spiritual Practice
Ajikan A-syllable meditation
Ajikan A-syllable meditation
Goma fire ritual
Sutra copying (shakyo)
Shingon mantra
Okunoin Cemetery
Kongobu-ji head temple
Garan complex
Temple lodging (shukubo)
Shukubo (temple lodging) — choose from 50+ temples
Shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian) served in your room
Take Nankai Koya line cable-car up the mountain. Temples book early.
"Koyasan exceeded every expectation. The combination of Shingon practice, sacred sites, and respectful guidance was profoundly moving."
Sarah Mitchell
"A life-changing pilgrimage. Koyasan carries an energy that is hard to describe — you have to feel it yourself."
Anand Krishnan
"Beautifully organized, deeply respectful of local traditions. Our guide knew the spiritual significance of every stone."
Maria Lopez
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