Kumanoko Journal

Nature

2022.08.29

Enjoy the autumn colours of the Kumano Kodo! Best time to see the autumn leaves and recommended walking routes.

This year, too, the autumn leaf colour season is approaching. In this issue, we introduce autumn foliage spots alo...

model course

2022.08.29

Let’s go by car! World Heritage Kumano Kodo Driving Trip Recommendation Course

The Kumano Kodo was the first ‘road’ in Japan to be registered as a World Heritage Site. It is a 1,000 m long anci...

Kumano Kodo

2022.07.27

What clothes, shoes, and belongings should you take with you to Kumano Kodo? Introducing seasonal equipment!

Are you wondering about what kind of equipment to prepare for trekking on Kumano Old Road, a World Heritage site i...

Hotel

2022.07.01

10 recommended onsen in Wakayama Prefecture. Includes both overnight stays and day-trip onsen all in one place.

Wakayama Prefecture has many distinctive onsen resorts! In this issue, we introduce five recommended onsen hotels ...

Hotel

2022.06.30

Want to stay with your dog. 5 recommended hotels and onsen in Wakayama

Many people would like to take a family trip with their dogs, but are worried that there are not enough accommodat...

Nature

2022.06.16

Interesting topography and geology of the Kumano Kodo. Eight recommended geo-sites

The Kumano Kodo is a World Heritage Site. Since the Heian period (794-1185), many people, regardless of status, ha...

Kumano Kodo

2022.06.16

【Kumano Kodo】Walking Nakahechi for 2 days and 1 night! Recommended model courses introduced

“Kumano Kodo” is registered as a World Heritage Site. This is the pilgrimage route that pilgrims walke...

2022.06.16

Cherry blossoms, ginkgo trees and museums!10 sightseeing spots along the World Heritage Kumano Kodo “Nakahechi”.

The Kumano Kodo, a World Heritage Site, was and still is a constant source of visitors. The Kumano Kodo refers to ...

Food

2022.06.16

What about visiting the Nakahechi “Takahara Area” of the Kumano Kodo? I will tell you about gourmet food and sightseeing spots!

Takahara, famous for its sea of clouds, is a settlement of 70 inhabitants located along the World Heritage Site Ku...