Katsuoji

Katsuoji, set in the mountains of Minoo City, Osaka Prefecture, is an ancient temple nationally renowned as the "temple of victory fortune." Long known for its "winning daruma," it is visited by many praying for success in all kinds of "contests," such as exams, job hunting, business, and sports. The sight of countless dedicated daruma lined throughout the grounds is a striking power spot seen nowhere else.

Highlights

- Winning Daruma: The custom is to paint in one eye with a wish, and when the wish comes true, paint in the other eye and dedicate it. The daruma placed everywhere in the grounds are proof of people's efforts and wishes. - Vast Grounds: The spacious grounds spreading across the mountain slope are beautiful with the nature of each season, and the mist rising over the pond creates a dreamlike effect. - Victory Goods: Besides the winning daruma, charms related to victory fortune are plentiful, such as victory fortune slips and victory amulets.

Enjoying the Seasons

The greatest highlight is the autumn foliage. The mountain-valley grounds blaze with color, known as one of Osaka's foremost foliage spots. You can enjoy beautiful nature throughout the year, including cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery and rhododendrons in early summer, and snowy scenery in winter. To tour the spacious grounds at leisure, visit with time to spare.

Access and Basic Information

- Location: Katsuoji, Minoo City, Osaka Prefecture - Access: About a 30-minute bus ride from Senri-Chuo Station on the Kita-Osaka Kyuko line. By car, about 5 minutes from the Minoo-Todoromi Interchange on the Shin-Meishin Expressway. - Hours: Daytime - Admission: Paid

A Quick Tip

This is a temple to visit especially for those with something to take on or a goal to achieve. Paint in one eye of a winning daruma with your wish, and keep up your efforts. The foliage season is especially beautiful but crowded, so a morning visit is recommended. Being on a mountain, visiting in warm clothing is reassuring.