Enveloped in silence, the Okunoin at night is a sacred place with a mystical and solemn atmosphere, completely different from the daytime. However, its true charm cannot be discovered by simply walking down a dark path. Our stories cover topics such as: The life of Kobo Daishi "Kukai," the founder of Koyasan The teachings of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism The history held within the countless tombstones The mysterious legends of Okunoin Daily life and seasonal information about Koyasan As the sole night tour guiding visitors here since 2011, our expert guides will lead you on an intellectually moving and deeply memorable experience. You might also encounter some local wildlife, like Japanese giant flying squirrels, owls or fireflies!