Nankai Railway Koya Line

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An essential pilgrimage route connecting Namba Station to the sacred Mt. Koya in Wakayama. From the window, you can enjoy a dramatic scenery shift from urban Osaka to lush, steep mountains. The section from Hashimoto Station to Koyasan is especially thrilling with its steep climbs and stunning views, making the journey feel like a climb to the heavens. With historical spots like Kudoyama along the line, you can feel Japan's history and nature even before arriving at the temple.

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Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau

Nankai Railway Koya Line

Address: Nankai Building, 5-1-5 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Website: http://www.nankai.co.jp/
Operator: Nankai Electric Railway

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