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Osaka: Katsuo-ji Temple with Hundreds of Daruma Figures

By DeepExperience
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The previous price was €131 and current price is €72 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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Overview

Explore Katsuo-ji Temple on the outskirts of Osaka, a revered pilgrimage site steeped in history and spirituality. Witness the stunning display of thousands of daruma dolls, each symbolising perseverance and good fortune, as you stroll through the temple grounds. Cross a mist-shrouded bridge into this serene sanctuary, where the natural beauty and traditional architecture create a mystical atmosphere. This guided tour provides cultural insights and the opportunity to partake in the wish-making tradition by placing your own daruma figurine within the temple grounds.

  • Guided tour with insights into the history and significance of Katsuo-ji
  • Marvel at the thousands of daruma figurines symbolising hope and wishes
  • Experience the serene atmosphere of this mountain sanctuary
  • Engage in the tradition of making a personal wish by placing a daruma doll

Activity location

  • Katsuo-ji Temple
    • Aomadani,
    • 562-0021, Mino, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Minoh-kayano Station
    • 3
    • 562-0034, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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From Site
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

From Site
Starting point:
コムニカチオショップ, 2886 Aomatani, Minoh, Osaka 562-0021, Japan

Language options: English
Price details
€130.22
€71.62 x 1 Adult€71.62
Total
The previous price was €130.22 and current price is €71.62
45% off
Until Thu, 26 Mar
From Minoh-Kayano Station
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

From Minoh-Kayano Station

Language options: English
Price details
€195.32
€107.43 x 1 Adult€107.43
Total
The previous price was €195.32 and current price is €107.43
45% off
Until Thu, 26 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Opportunity to place a daruma figurine for personal wishes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance to Katsuo-ji Temple
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Katsuo-ji Temple

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Nestled in the mountains of Minoh, Katsuo-ji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple with a history of more than 1,300 years. Known as the “Temple of Victory,” it has long been visited by warriors, athletes, and students praying for success and good fortune. The temple is especially famous for its countless Daruma dolls, which symbolise perseverance and the fulfillment of wishes. Visitors purchase a Daruma, make a wish, and return it once their goal is achieved, creating a colourful and inspiring display across the temple grounds. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, ponds, and seasonal flowers, Katsuo-ji is also a popular spot for autumn foliage, when the temple grounds are painted in vivid shades of red and gold. The tranquil atmosphere, combined with its spiritual significance, makes Katsuo-ji a must-visit destination for those seeking both natural beauty and cultural depth.

Location

Activity location

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    Katsuo-ji Temple
    • Aomadani,
    • 562-0021, Mino, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Minoh-kayano Station
    • 3
    • 562-0034, Minoh, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    コムニカチオショップ
    • 2886 Aomatani
    • 562-0021, Minoh, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    コムニカチオショップ
    • 2886 Aomatani
    • 562-0021, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

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