{"id":830,"date":"2020-11-13T04:16:57","date_gmt":"2020-11-13T04:16:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/10.81.104.155\/int\/?post_type=article&#038;p=830"},"modified":"2023-03-10T01:09:40","modified_gmt":"2023-03-10T01:09:40","slug":"kumano-kodo","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wakayama\/kumano-kodo\/","title":{"rendered":"Kumano Kodo:  Walk Through History"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<article class=\"wp-block-hero break-out\">\n\n      <div class=\"wp-block-hero__background\">\n                        <img data-src=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/No.2_Daimonzaka.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-hero__background__image wp-block-hero__background__image--desktop lazy\">\n              \n          <\/div>\n  \n  <i class=\"wp-block-hero__overlay\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n\n  \n      <i\n    aria-hidden=\"true\"\n    class=\"wp-block-hero__custom-overlay\"\n    style=\"background-color:#000000;opacity:0.1\"><\/i>\n  \n  \n    <div class=\"container wp-block-hero__campaign-icon-wrap\">\n      <img\n      data-src=https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/discover_wakayama_logo-1-260x43.png      data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/discover_wakayama_logo-1-260x43.png 1x, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/discover_wakayama_logo-1-520x87.png 2x\"      alt=\"Discover Wakayama logo\" class=\"wp-block-hero__campaign-icon lazy\">\n    <\/div>\n\n  \n  <div class=\"wp-block-hero__intro-wrap container\">\n    <h1 class=\"wp-block-hero__heading\">Kumano Kodo: <\/br> Walk Through History<\/h1>\n  \n      <\/div>\n\n\n  \n    <div class=\"wp-block-hero__content-by wp-block-hero__content-by--wrap container\">      \n      <ul class=\"wp-block-hero__logos\">\n                  <li class=\"wp-block-hero__item\">\n\n                          <a href=\"https:\/\/en.visitwakayama.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">\n            \n                          <img data-src=https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/logo_visit_wakayama-300x161.png alt=\"logo visit Wakayama\" class=\"wp-block-hero__icon lazy\">\n            \n                          <\/a>\n            \n          <\/li>\n              <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n    \n  <\/article>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\">Hike an ancient pilgrimage and unearth a World <nobr>Heritage site<\/nobr><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>In Japan\u2019s Kii Peninsula,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/en.visitwakayama.jp\/themes\/world-heritage-the-kumano-kodo-pilgrimage-routes\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"sponsored\">the ancient trails of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Kumano Kodo&nbsp;<\/a>weave through forested mountains and crisscross ancient villages. Millions have traveled this sacred pilgrimage over the centuries, using the same moss-covered pathways taken by samurai warriors and Japanese emperors. Legend has it that the trees, waterfalls, and mountains are endowed with spirits, making the Kumano Kodo a moving journey that replenishes the soul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pilgrims take these rugged mountain trails to visit Kumano Sanzan, the three Grand Shrines of Hongu Taisha, and Hayatama Taisha, the Nachi Taisha Waterfall, and Wakayama\u2019s iconic multi-floored Nachisan Seiganto-Ji Temple. With no official start or&nbsp;endpoint, you can select a route that best suits your ability and availability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-block-image--full-width \"><img data-src=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-100x56.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1.jpg 2160w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-1247x701.jpg 1247w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-826x465.jpg 826w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-520x293.jpg 520w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax1_0-1-260x146.jpg 260w\" width=\"2160\" height=\"1215\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-image__image lazy\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Millions have traveled this sacred pilgrimage over the centuries, using the same moss-covered pathways taken by samurai warriors and Japanese emperors.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/visitwakayama.jp\/national-park\/deep-mountains\/mountain-villages-mark-the-way\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\">Nakahechi route&nbsp;<\/a>offers well-preserved tracks that wind through lush forests and local villages. The trail linking Takijiri Oji with Hongu Taisha is a leisurely 30km journey divided across two days with an overnight stay in Chikatsuyu Oji. A bus network connects shorter trails with accommodation spots, allowing for half-day hikes followed by an evening soak in the onsen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-white-color has-text-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#449983\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cnn-heading\"><h2 id=\"delve-further-into-the-region\" class=\"wp-block-cnn-heading__heading\">Delve further into the region<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-cnn-heading__content\"><p>Venture further into the region and explore the diverse landscapes of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/visitwakayama.jp\/national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\">Yoshino-Kumano National Park<\/a>. Climb aboard a river raft and power through the Doro-Kyo Gorge, a section of the Kitayama-gawa River that boasts turquoise waters flanked by jungled cliffs. Walk along the dramatic Sandanbeki Rock Cliff, taking in panoramic views of the ocean. Scuba dive in the cool waters of Kushimoto, home to one of Japan\u2019s premier dive spots. Snorkel above coral formations and tropical fish along the coast of the Kii Peninsula. And send postcards to loved ones from the world\u2019s deepest underwater postbox at Susami.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-block-image--large \"><img data-src=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-100x56.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11.jpg 2160w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-1247x701.jpg 1247w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-826x465.jpg 826w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-520x293.jpg 520w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKColumn1-11-260x146.jpg 260w\" width=\"2160\" height=\"1215\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-image__image lazy\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for adventure, scenic ribbons of road stretching for almost 800km connect the mountains with the coastline.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/visitwakayama.jp\/national-park\/deep-mountains\/drive-wakayama-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\">Hire a car&nbsp;<\/a>or rent a bicycle and cruise along the road on two wheels, passing coiling mountain roads, white-sand beaches, rugged outcrops, local villages, and parts of the Kumano Kodo. Soak up the diverse scenery that the region is famous for, including crashing waterfalls and towering cliffs.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-block-image--default \"><img data-src=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-100x56.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1.jpg 2160w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-1247x701.jpg 1247w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-826x465.jpg 826w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-520x293.jpg 520w, https:\/\/sponsorcontent.cnn.com\/int\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/KKParallax2-1-260x146.jpg 260w\" width=\"2160\" height=\"1215\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-image__image lazy\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>A delicious reward awaits at every part of your journey. 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Discover the 117 mountain temples, almost half of which allow overnight stays. Sample Buddhist vegetarian cuisine and start the new day with early morning prayer and meditation.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.visitwakayama.jp\/plan-your-trip\/travel-smart-in-wakayama\/koyasan-kumano-bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"sponsored\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitwakayama.jp\/plan-your-trip\/travel-smart-in-wakayama\/koyasan-kumano-bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\">Journey by bus to Hongu Taishamae<\/a><\/a>\u00a0and join the Kumano Kodo at the Dainichi-goe route from Yunomine onsen. 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One-way flight time is 75 minutes. There are Airport Limousine buses and local buses that can take you towards Kumano Kodo from the airport. Click&nbsp;<a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/visitwakayama.jp\/plan-your-trip\/access-koyasan-kumano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\">here<\/a>&nbsp;for more information.<\/p><p>&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong>Route 2: Tokyo \u2013 Kyoto \u2013 Koyasan \u2013 Kumano Kodo (by train and bus)<\/strong><\/p><p>First, take a JR Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto. Then, for direct access to Koyasan from Kyoto by bus, take the Kyoto-Koyasan Direct Highway Bus. Note that it operates seasonally. From Koyasan to Kumano Kodo you can take the&nbsp;<a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/en.visitwakayama.jp\/plan-your-trip\/travel-smart-in-wakayama\/koyasan-kumano-bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\">Koyasan-Kumano Discovery Bus<\/a>, which is available seasonally. 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