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Okunoin

Wakayama · Koya · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 高野山 奥之院

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WHAT TO DOOkunoin

Kobo Daishi is held to be alive here still, deep in meditation, and food is carried to him twice a day.

WHEREWakayama

Koya · Koya

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Kobo Daishi is held to be alive here still, deep in meditation, and food is carried to him twice a day.

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Founded:835 Designation:World Cultural Heritage Site Blessings:Rebirth

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