basic information

Kongobuji is the head temple of the Buddhist Shingon sect which was introduced to Japan by Kobo Daishi in the year 805. The temple was constructed in 1593 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and is famous for its sliding doors, which were painted by members of the Kano school.

Any advice or questions? Voice them in the forum!

how to get there

Kongobuji stands next to the Garan, close to Koyasan's town center.

How to get to and around Koyasan

hours and fees

Hours:	8:30 to 17:00 (Admission ends at 16:30)
Closed:	No closing days
Admission:	500 yen

travel community

Users who have been to Mount Koya: 134
Users who have been to Kongobuji Temple: 79

2nd of 4 most visited sights in Mount Koya.
188th of 509 most visited sights nationwide.

Rating by users:		recommended (82/100, 49 votes)
Rating by staff:		recommended
Overall Rating:		outstanding

User Feedback We constantly strive to keep japan-guide.com up-to-date and accurate, and to find ways to improve the user experience. If you have any updates, suggestions, corrections or opinions, please let us know:

question forum

Advance tickets to Koyasan	6 reactions	updated 2 days ago
With Kansai Thru Pass to Koyasan	1 reaction	updated 20 days ago
Koyosan	1 reaction	updated 20 days ago
Travel to Koyasan, which pass?	3 reactions	updated 26 days ago
1 or 2 nights at Ryokan in Koyasan?	3 reactions	updated 34 days ago

english links

japanese links