Incense Making at a Koyasan Temple
Local Experience · Koyasan

Incense Making at a Koyasan Temple

From ¥113,600 for up to 2 guests · 3 hours

Make incense powder with the temple's traditional fragrance at a Koyasan head temple, with a tofu lunch.

Where
Koyasan
Duration
3 hours
Group size
1–10 guests

Koyasan, in northern Wakayama, is the holy site of esoteric Shingon Buddhism founded about twelve centuries ago by Kukai. You visit a special head temple of the sect for a tour and incense making.

You make incense with the traditional fragrance of the temple complex and enjoy a tasting of two varieties of tofu with five toppings, as part of a lunch of traditional fare.

What is included

  • Tour of the temple
  • Making incense powder
  • Lunch of traditional fare with tofu tasting
  • English-speaking guide

Host and place

Hosted by A temple host

Meeting point Koyasan — exact address sent once confirmed

Cancellation policy for this experience

Our standard tour cancellation terms (Terms and Conditions, clause 5) do not apply to this experience. It is run by a partner host, who sets its own conditions:

Free cancellation up to 4 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed.

We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed. Please read them before you book.

Good to know

How long is Incense Making at a Koyasan Temple?

Incense Making at a Koyasan Temple lasts 3 hours.

How much does Incense Making at a Koyasan Temple cost?

From ¥113,600 for up to 2 guests. A larger group, up to 10 guests, costs more. We confirm the exact price when we confirm your date.

What is the cancellation policy?

Our standard tour cancellation terms do not apply to this experience: it is run by a partner who sets its own conditions. Free cancellation up to 4 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed. We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed.

How many guests can join?

This experience takes 1 to 10 guests, so it stays small and personal.

Where does it take place and where do we meet?

The experience takes place in Koyasan. Meeting point: Koyasan — exact address sent once confirmed.

What is included?

Tour of the temple, Making incense powder, Lunch of traditional fare with tofu tasting and English-speaking guide.

How do I book?

Send an enquiry with your preferred date using the form on this page. We confirm availability with the host and reply within one working day. Nothing is charged at the enquiry stage.

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