Kumanoko Journal

Kumano Kodo

2022.04.20

Kumano Hongu Taisha and the Great Ōtorii of Oyunohara｜History and Highlights to Know Before You Visit

Kumano Hongu Taisha, located in Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture, is one of the three grand Kumano shrines, known ...

Kumano Kodo

2022.04.20

Kumano Nachi Taisha and Nachi Falls｜History and attractions to know before visiting.

Kumano Nachi Taisha, located in Nachikatsuura Town, Wakayama Prefecture, is one of the three grand shrines known a...

Kumano Kodo

2022.04.20

Kumano Kodo Highlights: A Complete Itinerary to Must-See Spots

The Kumano Kodo is one of only two pilgrimage route networks in the world inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Sit...

Kumano Kodo

2022.04.20

How to Get to Kumano Kodo (UNESCO World Heritage Site): By Car or Train

With overseas travel feeling less accessible these days, why not take this opportunity to explore Japan’s UNESCO W...

Kumano Kodo

2022.04.19

Get away from everyday life and reflect on yourself. Five recommended hotels for retreats in Kansai.

‘Retreat’ is a hot topic these days. Do you know what it means? In this article, we will introduce the meaning of ...

Kumano Kodo

2022.03.28

6 Best Kumano Kodo Stays: Hotels & Guesthouses with Onsen (Hot Springs) and BBQ

Kumano Kodo—now a UNESCO World Heritage site—offers plenty of places to stay along the trail. Accommodation option...

Kumano Kodo

2022.03.28

Kumano Kodo: 6 Beginner-Friendly Walking Routes You Can Do in About 3 Hours

In this guide, we introduce six beginner-friendly hiking routes for your first visit to the Kumano Kodo. Spanning ...

Kumano Kodo

2022.03.14

Girls’ Getaway: Make Memories in Nature—No Trekking Required

Not into trekking but curious about the Kumano Kodo?Good news—you can enjoy it in plenty of ways that don’t involv...

family

2022.03.14

Family Travel: Moms relax at the inn while dads hike with the kids—a 1-night, 2-day plan to enjoy the Kumano

When visiting the Kumano Kodo as a family, the kids and one parent may want to hike while the other prefers to rel...