Kumanoko Journal

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 Best 3-Hour Trails for beginners

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...

Kumano Kodo

2022.03.14

[Women’s trip to enjoy walking] I want to walk the Kumano Kodo well! One-day model course for mountain girls

For women who are thinking, ‘If I travel along the Kumano Kodo, I’d like to try trekking’, here are some mod...

Kumano Kodo

2022.03.11

Kumano Kodo Travel Guide: UNESCO World Heritage pilgrimage route, location, and must-see highlights

The Kumano Kodo, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2004, is a network of ancient pilgrimage routes in...