Tokugawa Mausoleum
The Tokugawa Mausoleum (徳川家霊台, Tokugawa-ke Reidai) on Koyasan was built in 1643 by the third Tokugawa shogun Iemitsu in order for his family to have a mausoleum close to Kobo Daishi's mausoleum. It consists of two buildings which enshrine Iemitsu's grandfather Ieyasu and father Hidetada, the first two Tokugawa shogun.
The mausoleum's two identical buildings took twenty years to be completed and were built in the extravagant style of the early Edo Period with graceful sloping roofs, rich ornamentation, intricate carvings, lacquer and gold leaf. The two buildings stand side by side. The one on the right enshrines Ieyasu and the one on the left Hidetada.
Note that numerous other mausoleums were built for Tokugawa Ieyasu and his descendants across the country. The most famous among them is Nikko's Toshogu Shrine.
Getting there and around
The Tokugawa Mausoleum is about a ten minute walk from the Senjuinbashi intersection along the road that leads to Koyasan Cablecar Station. The closest bus stop is Namikiri Fudo-mae.
How to get to and around Koyasan
Hours and Fees
Hours
Closed
Admission
2500 yen (combination ticket that includes admission to other sights)
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Hotels around Mount Koya
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Guest House hachi hachiOffering quiet street views, Guest House hachi hachi is an accommodation situated in Koyasan, 37 km from Kishi Station and 43 km from Matsushita Park. The 1-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom and free WiFi. The accommodation features full-day security and luggage storage space for guests. At the guest house, each unit includes a desk. The units are equipped with heating facilities. A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house. Jigenin Temple is 47 km from Guest House hachi hachi, while Subaru Hall is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 60 km from the accommodation.View on Booking.com -
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Koyasan Guest House TommyLocated within 38 km of Kishi Station and 45 km of Matsushita Park, Koyasan Guest House Tommy provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Koyasan. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house features family rooms. At the guest house, every unit has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kettle are also provided. The units are equipped with heating facilities. There is a coffee shop on-site. Subaru Hall is 47 km from the guest house, while Jigenin Temple is 49 km away. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 61 km from Koyasan Guest House Tommy.View on Booking.com -
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Guest House Suzumeno KakuremboFeaturing 2-star accommodation, Guest House Suzumeno Kakurembo is set in Koyasan, 37 km from Kishi Station and 44 km from Matsushita Park. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi. Jigenin Temple is 47 km away and Subaru Hall is 48 km from the guest house. At the guest house, some units are soundproof. Naka Family Residence is 49 km from the guest house, while Itakiso Shrine is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 60 km from Guest House Suzumeno Kakurembo.View on Booking.com -
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SojiinSojiin, located in the center of Mt. Koya, is a Japanese-style accommodation in a Buddhist temple located to the west of Sohonzan Kongobu-ji and in front of Danjo Garan. For dinner and breakfast, we offer gluten-free vegetarian cuisine. Sojiin is 42 km from Sakai. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 40km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Koyasan Shukubo SainaninLocated in Koyasan, Koyasan Shukubo Sainanin is a historic temple approximately 1100 years old and located 300 metres from Daimon Gate. All rooms features tatami (woven-straw) flooring. The property has a hot spring bath with free toiletries. Guests can attend Buddhist morning services. There is a coffee shop on site. Kansai International Airport is 90 minutes by car from Koyasan Shukubo Sainanin.View on Booking.com
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