The Kumano Kodo is a religious experience in itself, a
multi-day mountain hike (though you can also go by bus), following in the
footsteps of royalty, visiting some of the most magnificent temples and shrines
on the islands of Japan. Towards the end of the hike, along the Oto River, is a
unique onsen town. We love sending people there, to soak in the most unique of
onsen. What makes it so special? Read on, to learn more about Kawayu Onsen.
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Friday, 21 August 2015
Friday, 24 July 2015
Japanese Pilgrimage Route: The Kumano Kodo
The Kumano Kodo are a series of pilgrimage trails, located
in the Kansai region of Japan, south of Kyoto and Nara. Kumano is the name of
the area, and “kodo” means the “old ways”, so the name literally translates as
the old ways of Kumano. The trails were, and still are, used by pilgrims
visiting the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano. The Kumano Kodo, as well as
Koya-san and some other surrounding areas, were collectively registered as
UNESCO World Heritage sites in July 2004.
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| The stunning beauty of the Kumano Kodo Source: JNTO |
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