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Kumano Kodo Reddit

by Nick Noble July 1, 2025

If you're planning a pilgrimage along the historic trails of Japan, exploring Kumano Kodo Reddit threads is a great way to get real, firsthand advi...

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Shin-estu Trail Club

by Nick Noble June 1, 2025

The Shin-Etsu Trail Club is the official organization supporting the maintenance and promotion of the scenic Shin-Etsu Trail, a long-distance hiking route spanning the border of Nagano and Niigata prefectures in Japan.

Posted in hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Madarao, Ryokan, Self-guided walks, shin etsu trail club, Shin-etsu, Shin-etsu Trail, Togari Onsen, travel advice

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Best Hiking Trails in Japan

by Nick Noble May 10, 2025

Japan is a hiker's paradise, with its diverse landscapes, stunning scenery, and well-maintained trails. If you're looking to explore the great ou...

Posted in great walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, kumano kodo, nakahechi, Nakasendo, Nakasendo Way, pilgrimage trail, Self-guided walks, Shin-etsu, Shin-etsu Trail, travel advice

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The Kumano Kodo Japan

by Nick Noble May 9, 2025

Have you ever dreamed of embarking on a journey through ancient forests, sacred shrines, and serene mountain landscapes? If so, the Kumano Kodo i...

Posted in great walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, hiking trails, japan, kumano kodo, Kumano Kodo Trail Map, pilgrimage trail, Self-guided walks, travel advice

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Kumano Kodo Trail Length

by Nick Noble May 9, 2025

Have you ever dreamed of embarking on a journey through ancient forests and sacred sites? The Kumano Kodo Trail in Japan offers a unique opportun...

Posted in great walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, hiking trails, japan, kumano kodo, Kumano Kodo Trail Map, Self-guided walks, travel advice

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Booking the Nakasendo Way with Hiking Trails Pty Ltd

by Nick Noble April 23, 2025

Booking the Nakasendo Way with Hiking Trails Pty Ltd

Exciting News: 7-Day Self-Guided Nakasendo Way Walks Now Available! We’re thrilled to announce that Hiking Trails Pty Ltd can now book 7-day self-g...

Posted in great walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Nakasendo, Nakasendo Way, Ryokan, Self-guided walks

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Book now for the Japanese Autumn; September - November 2025.

by Nick Noble March 7, 2025

Book now for the Japanese Autumn; September - November 2025.

For the Kumano Kodo, September - November are great times to experience this walk and enjoy Autumn temperatures and colours, and for the Shin-etsu Trail which is further north, October is the optimal Autumn month.

Posted in great walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, kumano kodo, Madarao, minshuku, onsen, Pension, pilgrimage trail, Ryokan, Shin-etsu, Shin-etsu Trail, Togari Onsen, travel advice

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Village Hill Jubankan, Togari Onsen

by Nick Noble February 6, 2025

Traditional Japanese Ryokan Village Hill Jubankan is a traditional Japanese inn (ryokan) situated in Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture, approximately ...

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Recommended Shin-etsu Trail Packing List

by Nick Noble February 6, 2025

Recommended Shin-etsu Trail Packing List

Now that you've confirmed your Shin-etsu Trail hiking adventure, in addition to your walking training, it's time to start thinking about your packi...

Posted in day pack, great walks, hiking, hiking accessories, hiking guide, hiking japan, hiking trails, japan, Nagano, Shin-etsu, Shin-etsu Trail, travel advice

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Maple Heim, Togari Onsen

by Nick Noble February 5, 2025

Japanese Minshuku Accommodation Maple Heim in Iiyama, Nagano, offers a charming blend of traditional Japanese warmth and modern comforts, making i...

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Pension Pure, Madarao

by Nick Noble February 5, 2025

Japanese Style Pension Accommodation Pension Pure is a charming accommodation nestled in the serene Madarao highlands of Iiyama City, Nagano Pref...

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Sansaro Cafe and Guesthouse

by Nick Noble January 27, 2025

Guest House Sansaro Cafe & Guesthouse is a "mountain-side cool" home stay in Kumano-gawa village (15 minute bus ride from Koguchi). It was ope...

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