Who else yearns for a peaceful retreat amongst the mountains? πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈπŸ”

World Heritage-listed Koyasan, set high up in the Kii mountains of Wakayama Prefecture, is a sacred monastery complex with over 100 temples. Many of the temples offer shukubo, a temple stay experience where guests can experience meditation, copy Buddhist sutras and enjoy shojin ryori, traditional vegetarian cuisine made with locally sourced seasonal ingredients.

Fun fact: Wakayama Prefecture was the winner of the Sustainability category for @lonelyplanet Best in Travel 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards.

πŸ“· Photos courtesy of @nankai_railway #VisitJapanAU #Tradition #JNTOpartner

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