Kumanoko Journal

model course

2022.08.31

Discover the history of the Kumano Kodo! What are the ‘99 Oji Shrines’? Plus, recommended routes to explore.

As you walk along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes, you’ll encounter many historic sites called “Oji” or “Oji shr...

Camp

2022.08.30

Camping on the Kumano Kodo! 7 Recommended Campsites Near Hongu Taisha

The Kumano Kodo, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, is rich in nature and offers trails that retain the char...

Nature

2022.08.30

Enjoy the autumn colours of the Kumano Kodo — peak foliage dates and scenic 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

Kumano Kodo by Car: Recommended Road-Trip Routes

The Kumano Kodo was Japan’s first “road” to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.This network of ancient...

Kumano Kodo

2022.07.27

What clothes, shoes, and gear do you need for the Kumano Kodo? A seasonal guide to staying safe on the trail

Are you wondering what kind of gear you need for trekking the Kumano Kodo, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Wakayam...

Hotel

2022.07.01

Wakayama’s 10 Best Onsen: Overnight Stays & Day-Trip Baths

Wakayama Prefecture is home to many distinctive onsen towns. In this article, we highlight five recommended onsen ...

Hotel

2022.06.30

Stay with Your Dog! 5 Recommended Hotels and Hot Springs in Wakayama

Want to take a family trip with your dog but worry about finding the right place to stay? Don’t worry—Wakayama has...

Nature

2022.06.16

8 Must-Visit Geosites Along the Kumano Kodo: Fascinating Geology and Landscapes

The Kumano Kodo, part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain R...

Kumano Kodo

2022.06.16

[Kumano Kodo] Nakahechi 2-Day, 1-Night Hiking Model Course

The Kumano Kodo, a network of ancient pilgrimage routes in Wakayama Prefecture, is listed as a UNESCO World Herita...