Travel in Wakayama · 和歌山県

Konpon Daito · 根本大塔

Konpon Daito is a pagoda in Danjo Garan in Koyasan. Inside, other statues surround the central Dainichi Nyorai, with paintings on the pillars and walls together depicting the world of the mandala.

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Visitor information

Address

和歌山県伊都郡高野町高野山132

132 Koyasan, Koya-cho, Ito-gun, Wakayama-ken 648-0294, Japan

Location on the map

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Admission

Konpon Daito interior admission is ¥500 for junior high school students and older; elementary school students and younger enter free. Entering Kondo Hall's interior costs a separate ¥500.

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Opening hours

Visiting hours are 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with reception until 4:30 p.m.

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What to see at Konpon Daito · 根本大塔

Interior of statues and paintings

Inside the pagoda, view the central Dainichi Nyorai, surrounding statues, and paintings on the pillars and walls. Together they depict the world of the mandala in one space.

Konpon Daito mandala guide 2026-10-09

How to get to Konpon Daito · 根本大塔

Konpon Daito is inside Danjo Garan. Use a mountain bus from Koyasan Station. If starting at lodging in Koyasan, check the route to Danjo Garan and return buses together.

Koyasan temples and Danjo Garan locations 2026-10-08

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Visit tips

Visiting on an event day

Check official notices because visit guidance may change on event days. If you also want to enter Kondo Hall, admission is separate from Konpon Daito.

Kongobuji and Danjo Garan admission and hours 2026-10-08

Questions about Konpon Daito · 根本大塔

Does Konpon Daito admission include Kondo Hall's interior?

Kondo Hall's interior requires separate admission. Konpon Daito costs ¥500 for junior high school students and older; Kondo Hall's interior also costs a separate ¥500.