“熊野古道”位於和歌山縣新宮市,它不但是一處世界遺産,也是一處以精神文化聖地而聞名於日本國內外的旅游觀光勝地。介紹這裡的歷史文化背景等,同時告訴大家一個新手也可以享受到樂趣的步行路線
The Kumano Kodo is an ancient pilgrimage trail south of Kyoto where you can walk from guesthouse to guesthouse. View our Kumano Kodo guide and maps.
The ancient Kumano Kodo hiking trails across the Kii peninsula in the Kansai region, offer an amazing hiking experience. There are popular pilgrim trails offer options for everyone form challenging multi-day hikes, to easy day trips. Here we will give you a complete overview of the best options for …
The Kumano Kodo is one of Japan’s greatest pilgrimage routes. Hike the famous Nakahechi trail to see Yunomine Onsen, Nachi Falls, and more.
When we first decided to hike the Kumano Kodo Trail in Japan, we didn’t know where to start! This video runs through key information for planning your pilgri...
The walking trails and pilgrimage routes that made up Kumano Kodo.
One of the best places to go hiking in Japan is on the Kumano Kodo Trail. Quite literally, this off the beaten path destination is a historic pilgrimage trail that has been trekked for thousands of years. Hiking the Kumano Kodo was one of our favorite things to do in Japan, and this guide will show
In 2016 my wife Cathy and I walked Ireland’s Dingle Way, circumnavigating the Dingle Peninsula on foot but without backpacks. Rather than carry all our stuff and camp out — which may not even be po…
Our overview of the Kumano Kodo Pilgrim located in Japan’s Wakayama Prefecture. Read our article series on hiking the trail self guided.
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about hiking the Kumano Kodo in Japan. Understand the different routes, what gear you need, and more!
One of only two UNESCO World Heritage trails, the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage is a beautiful three- to seven- day walk through the rolling highlands of central Japan. As you walk the cobbled paths that have been used by people for over a millennium, you can really feel the history and serenity. The Nakah…
This stunning trek through Wakayama Prefecture was once favored by emperors and nobles.
Pay your respects to Ise Jingu, Japan’s most holy shrine, and hike in the footsteps of the gods in Mie Prefecture.
The second day of Kumano Kodo’s Nakahechi Route covers the 13km from Takahara to Tsugizakura-oji. Read on for more details about the pilgrimage.
The first day of Nakahechi Route covers the 4km from Takijiri to Takahara. Read on for more details about access and the Kumano Kodo trail’s sights.
熊野本宮大社から道の駅「瀞峡街道熊野川」を経て、熊野速玉大社へ。 今日はいい天気の上にとても暖かく、桜の花もだいぶ咲いています。 鳥居をくぐって参道を歩…
“I knew that if I allowed fear to overtake me, my journey was doomed. Fear, to a great extent, is born of a story we tell ourselves, and so I chose to tell myself a different story from the one women are told. I decided I was safe. I was strong. I was brave. Nothing could vanquish me.” — Cheryl Stra…
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. All photos of me are taken by Chris of Aussie on the Road. Hiking the Kumano Kodo Iseji was one of the most difficult, incredible things I’ve ever done in my entire life. As someone who doesn’t normally do long-term pil…
There are lots of itineraries for guided hikes along the various trails that make up the Kumano Kodo. If you are an experienced individual hiker just looking for data to plan and guide yourself, it…