Culture & Landmarks

Gobyo-bashi bridge

Wakayama 648-0211
Rating
4.7(187)
Typical visit
15min
With kids
Suitable
Admission
Free

About

Sacred wooden bridge, the final step before Kobo Daishi's mausoleum in Okunoin Cemetery.

This 37-plank bridge symbolizes the spiritual stages of the Buddhist path and marks the threshold of Mount Koya's holiest site. It's said that Kobo Daishi still meditates beyond. The atmosphere is imbued with contemplation and serenity.

What we love

Architectural / AestheticVery short (<30 min)AdultsFreeOutdoorNo booking neededHistoric / HeritageYear-roundSelf-guided visitNone (seated / contemplative)Photogenic / InstagrammableCouples / RomanticSolo travelerPeaceful / QuietSpiritual / Meditative

Opening hours

Free access — open at all times

Location

550 Kōyasan, Koya, Ito District, Wakayama 648-0211, JaponDirections

Reviews

4.7
187 reviews

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