The Kumano Kodo pilgrimage is one of the most beautiful and sacred pilgrimage trails in Japan. It’s a network of pathways that lead to 33 UNESCO World Heritage sites in the Kii Mountain range in Wakayama Prefecture, central Japan.
Whilst it'll be tricky to now (at the time of writing) book onto the Cradle Mountain Huts Walk for January - April 2022, there is still good availability through May 2022, along with some last minute spots in November and December 2021 for those who can travel to Tassie and the optimists amongst us.
When is the best time to visit the Kumano Kodo? In regard to the weather and the best time of year to walk the Kumano Kodo in Japan, the most popular seasons are the Japanese spring and autumn.