The myth of Mt. Minoh was founded over 1,300 years ago by En-no-Gyoja , the founder of Shugendo. It is a spiritual power spot where the dragon god is said to reside! Minoh Forest, which has been worshipped by people since ancient times, continues to radiate energy even today as a forest of good fortune that brings good luck. It is said that visiting these three famous temples in Shoun Forest at the beginning of the year will give you the greatest power: Ryuanji Temple is for wealth, Saikoji is f...
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Mt. Minoh is home to Minoh Otaki (one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls), which En En-no-Gyoja encountered the dragon god during his training, and has since been said to be lurking there.Oda Nobunaga and Matsuo Basho have also visited this waterfall in the past. It is said that visiting the Ryuanji Temple, Saikoji -ji, and Katsuo-ji, which surround Minoh , will give you the most power if you visit them at the beginning of the year. Minoh offer a variety of events for all seasons (spring, summer, fall and winter) and all times (day and night), such as the "Fresh Green Carnival" in the spring of Minoh, the "Summer Festa" in the summer, the "Momiji Festival" in the fall, and the "Winter Promenade" in the winter. We have it ready. Many courses include illuminations and projection mapping during the season of fresh greenery and autumn leaves, as well as a ``forest yoga experience'' in a spiritual space at a temple on Mt. Minoh Tenjogatake, where Enno En-no-Gyoja ascended to heaven, and walks around town ``Hiking with a volunteer guide'', ``Minoh'' along the waterfall path, Japanese, French, Italian, and cafes in buildings where you can feel history and culture in the midst of nature, while soaking in a hot spring. It is a highly satisfying tourist area for everyone from families to couples, young people to seniors, including accommodations where you can enjoy the night view of central Osaka. In March 2024, with the opening of two new stations, Minoh Kayano Station and Senba Osakadaimae Station, Minoh will be connected to central Osaka and Osaka such as Osaka Station (Umeda Station), Shin-Osaka Station, Namba Station, and Tennoji Station. Being directly connected to the core terminal in the south makes it easier to visit from Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport/ITM) and Kansai International Airport (KIX), making it a hub for Hokusetsu (northern part of Osaka pref.).
Event overview
Date: Saturday, January 4th and Sunday, January 5th, 2025
Reception hours: 8:45 to 13:15 each day
Reception location: Minoh Transportation and Tourist Information Center * Minoh in front of Hankyu Minoh Station
Participation fee: Adults (junior high school students and above) 2,500 yen, Children (3 years old and above) 500 yen
*If you require a seat for a child under 3 years old, please pay the per-person fee.
*Please pay the award fee (300 yen each) when purchasing a goshuin stamp at each shrine or temple.
Three blessings for participants
1. Receive a picture of the Minoh Minoh Goshuin !
→This is a picture of Mt. Minoh by bird's-eye view artist Yukiko Nobuki.
2. Take a shuttle bus that will take you around the three temples in one day!
3. Comes with a New Year's coupon (300 yen) that can be used at stores along the Takimichi road!!!
How to enjoy the event
After checking in at the Minoh Transportation and Tourist Information Center , located right next to Hankyu Minoh Station , your tour of good fortune begins!
You can easily access Katsuo-ji Temple and Minoh Falls with a shuttle bus that avoids traffic jams!
From Minoh Falls, you can walk along the waterfall path, visiting Ryuanji Temple and Saikoji Temple along the way.
Visit three temples and complete the Minoh Mountain Goshuin Picture Map to improve your luck!
Along the way, we used our New Year's coupons to shop at the Takimichi shops!
About the shuttle bus
Route: Hankyu Minoh Station → Katsuo-ji Temple → Minoh Falls Otaki-ue Parking Lot
Operation schedule: Departing from Hankyu Minoh Station from 9:00 to 13:30, departing from Katsuoji from 9:50 to 15:00
*Bus capacity is limited. If the bus is full, please board the next flight.
*Delays or cancellations may occur due to traffic congestion, icy roads, or other weather conditions.
Recommended route
Hankyu Minoh Station → Bus → Katsuoji Temple → Bus → Minoh Falls Minoh Parking Lot
From Minoh Falls, walk to Ryuanji Temple and Saikoji , then return to Hankyu Minoh Station.
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