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Okunoin Cemetery – Okunoin Cemetery loop from Kōya

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Okunoin Cemetery – Okunoin Cemetery loop from Kōya

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4.9

(10)

317

hikers

Okunoin Cemetery – Okunoin Cemetery loop from Kōya

01:31

5.75km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 1, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

782 m

Eko-in Temple, Koyasan

Highlight • Religious Site

Huge temple and accommondation at Koyasan with opportunity to gain a deep insight into the monks' daily life

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2

979 m

Ichinohashi Bridge to Okunoin

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3

1.51 km

Okunoin Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

a spiritual highlight with its morbidity both in the dark and during the day

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4

3.20 km

Muen-zuka (Memorial for the Unmourned Dead)

Highlight • Monument

The Muenzuka is located in the inner sanctuary of the cemetery. It is a memorial for those who have no one to mourn. The dead souls are arranged like a pyramid.

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5

3.34 km

Okunoin Cemetery and Temple Entrance

Highlight • Religious Site

The cemetery is impressive.

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6

4.02 km

Jizō and the Water Children

Highlight • Monument

Among the many graves, one repeatedly notices monk statues wearing red children's bibs. The Jizō Bosatsu funeral cult is intended to help elders overcome their grief over the loss of …

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7

4.74 km

Okunoin Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

It is most beautiful in the evening

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8

4.97 km

Shojoshin-in Temple (Koyasan)

Highlight • Religious Site

B

5.75 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.95 km

1.43 km

222 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.59 km

898 m

222 m

< 100 m

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Monday 17 August

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