Admission ticket to Minoh Katsuoji Temple in Osaka, Japan
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Highlights

  • Explore Katsuo-ji Temple, a thousand-year-old sanctuary in Osaka known for its 'Katsuun faith' and rich history.
  • Discover the serene beauty of Minoo Quasi-National Park's natural mountains and forests surrounding Katsuo-ji Temple.
  • Experience different seasonal sceneries: cherry blossoms in spring, hydrangeas in summer, and maple leaves in autumn.
  • Visit this revered 'Temple of Victory and Fortune' that attracts worshippers worldwide for health, career, exams, sports, and love.
  • Admire the symbolic Victory Daruma dolls representing gratitude and good luck within Katsuo-ji Temple's grounds.

Your Experience

Katsuo-ji Temple is a renowned temple located in the mountains of Minoo Quasi-National Park in northern Osaka. With a history spanning approximately 1,300 years, it is revered as the "Temple of Victory and Fortune." The area is dotted with Victory Daruma dolls, symbolizing overcoming oneself and praying for good luck.

Seasonal Scenery

Surrounded by natural mountains and forests, Katsuo-ji Temple offers different scenery in each season: cherry blossoms in spring, hydrangeas in summer, and maple leaves in autumn. Each season adds a unique dimension to the pilgrimage experience.

Cultural Significance

The "victory" conveyed by Katsuo-ji Temple is about defeating oneself and overcoming inner weaknesses. Historically, powerful samurai families such as the Genji and Ashikaga clans have visited to pay their respects. Today, it attracts worshippers from all over the world who pray for important moments in life, including health, career, exams, sports, and love.

Visitor Experience

The temple is suitable for worship before exams, career advancements, or competitions and is also a popular spot for taking photos. Located in a vast mountain forest of approximately 80,000 tsubo (about 13,300 square meters), the temple offers a tranquil atmosphere surrounded by lush greenery.

Practical Information

The latest time to enter the mountain is 30 minutes before closing time. On weekends and Japanese national holidays, parking at the temple requires advance reservation and is only available to vehicles with reservations. Waiting on-site will not be permitted, and entry will be restricted when the parking lot is full on weekdays.

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Must Know

  • The temple is not open on a fixed schedule, and the time for worship varies depending on the date. It is recommended to check the latest information on the official website before visiting.
  • Entry to the mountain is free from January 1st to January 5th. No refunds will be given for tickets already purchased.
  • Once purchased, this product cannot be cancelled or changed.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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