Kumano Kodo, Wakayama
1, Official Information
Tanabe City Kumano Tourism Bureau
"The ancient Kumano region is nestled in the verdant mountains of Wakayama Prefecture—the spiritual heartland of Japan. Worshipped for centuries, this lush and rugged area has been considered the abode of the gods. Walk the spiritual Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route, soak and relax in the healing waters of isolated onsen, dine on delicious local cuisine, and interact with the friendly locals—what kind of adventures await you in this sacred land?"
"This is the classic Kumano Kodo Nakahechi trek from Takijiri-oji to Kumano Nachi Taisha via Hongu, with 4.5 days of walking. Overnights along the way feature hot spring baths and delicious, authentic Japanese food. An immersive experience for the adventurous pilgrim. It is a challenging multi-day walk so being fit and prepared is important. Walks can be shortened or skipped with the use of public transport."
Kumano Hongu Tourist Association
Wikipedia
English Page
"In July 2004, some of the roads of the Kumano Kodō and the shrines of the Kumano Sanzan, along with Koyasan and Yoshino and Ōmine, were registered as World Heritage sites together as the Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range
2, Travel Guide
Maps & Pamphlets
Nakahechi
6 days plan
3, Vlogs
Pilgrimage to Japan's Spiritual Origins
Solo hiking sacred Kohechi Route
Pilgrimage Trails - A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
In Search of the Best Food on Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail
English
6 Tage Alleine auf Japans Jakobsweg: Der KUMANO KODO 4K
German
Kumano Kodo / Swordsmith Workshop / Canyoning
Inside Japan
4, Transportation
Tanabe City Kumano Tourism Bureau
5, Barrier-free (Accessible) Options for Visiting the Kumano Kodo
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