Hiking Articles & News

Discover the best time to walk the Kumano Kodo Trail and learn about route options, and the best time to experience spring cherry blossoms or autum...

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...

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. 

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

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...

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

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

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...

Guest House The guesthouse Mori Nonaka is a rustic, convenient inn located along the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi route near historical Tsugizakura sites....

Guest House Guest House Kiyohime 3 is the annex with rental rooms in addition to the nearby Guest House Kiyohime. It is a two-story house in the sm...

Cradle Mountain is one of Tasmania’s most iconic landmarks and a must-visit for hikers from around the world. With its jagged peaks, ancient rainfo...

1. Plan Your Route and Check the Weather Before embarking on a hike, especially in the Japanese Alps or Mount Fuji, it’s crucial to plan your rout...