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Koyasan UNESCO Temple Road Trip — Scenic Drive in a Mitsubishi Evo 6

The Largest Rock Garden in Japan

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Koyasan UNESCO Temple Road Trip — Scenic Drive in a Mitsubishi Evo 6

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2026

Jonathan R.

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Osaka

English (Native), Japanese

7 hours

Private tour (only you and Jonathan R.)

Up to 3 people

Koyasan (Mt. Koya) is one of Japan’s most sacred destinations. A peaceful mountain-top temple town founded over 1,200 years ago. Hidden in the misty cedar forests of Wakayama, Koyasan is famous for its spiritual atmosphere, stunning temple architecture, and the unforgettable Okunoin cemetery trail.

We’ll leave Osaka behind and head deep into the mountains in my iconic Mitsubishi Evo6. Unlike public transport, this experience is comfortable, time-efficient, and fully guided.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:30 AM

Meeting Point

Hotel Pickup or Shinsaibashi Station

- Message me for a hotel pickup, or simply meet me at our Shinsaibashi shop-front.

10:30 AM

Pick your drive break!

Stop 1: (Optional) Nature Spot on the way — choose one

Option A — Waterfall stop

A short walk + forest air + great photos.

Good for: couples, families, nature lovers

Option B — Scenic viewpoint / mountain road photo stop

A stylish “Evo in Japan mountains” photo moment.

Great for social media Boast Posts!

Good for: JDM Lovers or Social Media Boasts!

Option C — Wakayama local snack stop

Quick stop for local specialties (depending on season):

Wakayama is Japan-famous for Citrus! There is a ton of local markets to explore on the way.

-> Yuzu drinks, Mochi, Wakayama citrus

Perfect for Foodies or Snack Lovers

Kongobuji Temple (Head Temple)

One of Koyasan’s most important sites:

Painted sliding doors

Traditional temple atmosphere

Japan’s largest rock garden (beautiful and underrated)

Danjo Garan & Kompon Daito Pagoda

This is Koyasan’s iconic “temple complex center.”

Great for photos

Strong “UNESCO Japan” feeling

Short walking loop

Lunch (Shojin Ryori option!)

Option 1:

Shojin Ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine)

A “Koyasan-only” Vegetarian experience

Beautiful presentation

Quiet temple-town vibe

Option 2:

Japanese Lunch Stop at Koya Village Cafe

If you want to skip the Vegetarian option; there is traditional Cafes with a lower budget 'lunch set' option as well! Always quite delicious!

Okunoin Cemetery Trail (the main event!)

This is a memory you will remember forever!

You can feel the deep spiritual significance of the Cedar Cemetery Forest, with tales stories of the Japanese Sengoku period etched into hundreds of shrines.

-Walk through ancient cedar forest

-Hundreds of shrines and memorials

- Lantern-lit spiritual atmosphere

- The mausoleum of Kobo Daishi (The deepest cultural Shrine in Japan)

I guide this walk with:

Cultural storytelling

Meaning of rituals

And I will help you find the best photo points!

04:30 PM

Hotel Drop Off in Osaka City

The exact return time might depend on traffic and how we were able to explore the Mountain. But we usually should be back before dinner (Usually returning around 4:30 - 5:30PM). I can drop you at your hotel, restaurant reservation or we can simply return back to Shinsaibashi to our shop.

Ending Point

Shinsaibashi Arcade or Hotel

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Guide Fee

- Tolls and Gasoline

- Tour in Mitsubishi Evolution 6

- Optional Hotel Pickup/Dropoff

What‘s not included

- Entrance Fees (Typical total temple fees: ¥1,500 – ¥3,000 p/p)

- Lunch (Regular Japanese lunch: ¥1,200 – ¥2,000)

(Shojin Ryori set lunch: ¥2,000 – ¥4,000)

- Souvenirs/Snacks

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves some walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* Please understand this tour does not include the temple entrance fees

* Please understand this tour does not include the cost of Lunch

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

Important message from the supplier

Message me for a customized experience! Let me know what you like; and I can send you a custom itinerary made just for you based on what you like, and your personality.

Saturdays (especially the last Saturday of every month) are the bookings with the best chance to see the coolest cars in JDM Meets. Other nights might be quieter; but we can check social media for the best possible spot any night.

Events and tours may be cancelled in very bad weather.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Jonathan R.

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About Tour Guide Jonathan R.

Hi, my name is Jonathan,

Join me and help me craft an incredible experience in my favorite part of the world, Kansai.

Join me in an unforgettable experience exploring Kansai with me and my highly modified Mitsubishi Evo 6 'Gokuro San'.

I've lived in Japan for 18 years, I know Kansai inside out, and I work in the car export industry in Japan. Join me for my favorite tour, the JDM Experience, and cruise the Kanjo loop with me at night. Or explore the Ikoma 'Drift' Mountains with me for a day trip (this can also be incredible at night!). Also, send me a custom tour request, and I can custom build something for you! We could check out a car auction, head to a Japanese racetrack, or tour the Kyoto or Nara 'drift' mountains. Why not build a combination of both? Send me a message, and we can build an unforgettable experience.

I speak fluent Japanese, I can help with translations; I know all the best spots for food and drink. Send me a message; and even if I can't help, I can point you in the right direction.

See you on tour!