Katsuo-ji Temple

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Katsuo-ji Temple is famous for its "winning Daruma" (katsu daruma), making it a beloved and auspicious place associated with success.

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Overview

Katsuo-ji Temple is a Koyasan Shingon sect temple located in Mino City, Osaka Prefecture. Its mountain name is Ochodai-san, and its principal image is the Eleven-headed Thousand-armed Kannon. It's also known as the 23rd temple on the Saigoku Sanjusankasho pilgrimage route. According to tradition, the temple's history stretches back to 727 AD (during the reign of Emperor Shomu), when the brothers Zenchu and Zensan, sons of Fujiwara no Munefusa, built a hermitage here and devoted themselves to Buddhist practice. Approximately 40 years later, in 765 AD, Kaisho, a prince (half-brother of Emperor Kanmu) of Emperor Konin, became their disciple, eventually founding Mireki-ji Temple in 777 AD, the predecessor to Katsuo-ji Temple. Katsuo-ji Temple later flourished as a center of mountain worship, attracting visits from emperors and nobles alike. In 880 AD, the then-priest Gyokujuin performed prayers for the recovery of Emperor Seiwa's health and was granted the temple name "Shosho-ji." However, fearing that the name, which translates to "Temple that surpasses the Emperor," might be considered presumptuous, they chose the more humble name, Katsuo-ji. The temple is renowned for its "winning Daruma" (katsu daruma). Countless Daruma dolls, offered with prayers and wishes, create a spectacular sight. An annual Opening Mountain Ceremony (Kaizan Gosho-shin-sai) is held on October 29th, drawing many worshippers. Katsuo-ji Temple is also a celebrated spot for autumn foliage, transforming into a breathtaking landscape of fiery reds and golds during the fall season. Katsuo-ji Temple is a tranquil place where history, nature, and faith harmoniously coexist. During your visit to Osaka, make sure to visit Katsuo-ji Temple.

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Basic Information

Address: 2914-1 Aoumagaya, Mino City, Osaka Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Osaka

Access: Access Katsuo-ji Temple via the Hankyu Senri Line to Kita-Senri Station, the Kita-Osaka Kyuko Railway and Osaka Monorail to Senri-Chuo Station, or the Kita-Osaka Kyuko Railway to Mino-Kayano Station, followed by the Hankyu Bus Route 29 (Kita-Setsu Reien・Kibo-ga-oka Yonchome bound; 3 round trips on weekdays, 6 on weekends and holidays) or Hankyu Bus Route 30 (direct to Katsuo-ji Temple; 2 round trips on weekdays, 4 on weekends and holidays) to the "Katsuo-ji" bus stop. Please note that during the first three days of the New Year, significant traffic congestion on Prefectural Road 4 and Prefectural Road 43 may cause service disruptions. The section between Aou Danchi, Oku, Katsuo-ji, and Kibo-ga-oka Yonchome may experience complete service suspension. Therefore, New Year's visitors should either walk from the foot of the mountain, take a taxi, or use a private vehicle. Until the New Year of 2018, a temporary "Katsuo-ji-guchi" bus stop was available, requiring a 1.5km uphill walk from the stop. Alternatively, it's a 15-minute drive from Mino Station on the Hankyu Mino Line, or a 10-minute drive from Saito Nishi Station on the Osaka Monorail Saito Line. From Mino Station or Mino-Kayano Station, take the Hankyu Bus Saito Line/Mino-Sanroku Line Route 36 to the Gain (Gein) bus stop and walk for approximately 70 minutes via the old approach. From Ibaraki-shi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line or Ibaraki Station on the JR Kyoto Line (Tokaido Main Line), take the Hankyu Bus Shinobucho-Charsaku Line Route 85 to the Oku bus stop, then walk for approximately 100 minutes via Prefectural Roads 4 and 43. Show route

Op.Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Fri, Sun), 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Sat)

Cld.Days: Irregular holidays

Fee: Adults: ¥500, Children: ¥300

INFO: The grounds are extensive and include mountain paths, so please wear comfortable shoes. Also, it can get very hot in the summer, so please be sure to stay hydrated and take care of your health.