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🌿 Kumano Kodo Hike in Japan: Complete Guide to Booking Your Pilgrimage with Hiking Trails Pty Ltd

by Nick Noble August 23, 2025

🌿 Kumano Kodo Hike in Japan: Complete Guide to Booking Your Pilgrimage with Hiking Trails Pty Ltd

If you're planning to hike the Kumano Kodo in Japan, you're about to embark on one of the most breathtaking and meaningful walking experiences in t...

Posted in great walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Kawayu Onsen, Ki Tanabe, Kii Katsuura, koguchi, kumano kodo, Kumano Kodo Trail Map, minshuku, nakahechi, pilgrimage trail, Ryokan, Self-guided walks, takahara, travel advice

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How to Hike the Kumano Kodo: A Complete Guide for First-Time Pilgrims

by Nick Noble August 23, 2025

How to Hike the Kumano Kodo: A Complete Guide for First-Time Pilgrims

If you're looking to experience one of Japan’s most sacred and scenic walks, the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail is a journey unlike any other. This n...

Posted in hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Kawayu Onsen, Ki Tanabe, Kii Katsuura, kumano kodo, Kumano Kodo Trail Map, minshuku, nakahechi, pilgrimage trail, Ryokan, Self-guided walks, travel advice

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Kumano Kodo Accommodation

by Nick Noble May 9, 2025

When embarking on a journey along the ancient Kumano Kodo trail, finding the perfect accommodation is essential for a memorable experience. But w...

Posted in accommodation, Guest House, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, Hiking Packages, homestay, Hongu, hotel, japan, Kawayu Onsen, Ki Tanabe, Kii Katsuura, koguchi, kumano kodo, minshuku, Nakasendo, Rental house, Ryokan, travel advice

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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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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...

Posted in accommodation, great walks, Guest House, hiking, hiking japan, hiking trails, hotel, japan, japanese onsen, minshuku, Nagano, Shin-etsu, Shin-etsu Trail, travel advice

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Mori Nonaka

by Nick Noble January 27, 2025

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

Posted in accommodation, hiking guide, hiking japan, hiking trails, Hongu, japan, japanese food, kumano kodo, minshuku

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Hiking the Shin-Etsu Trail: An Unforgettable Adventure in Japan’s Scenic Heartland

by Nick Noble November 25, 2024

Hiking the Shin-Etsu Trail: An Unforgettable Adventure in Japan’s Scenic Heartland

Japan is home to some of the most breathtaking hiking trails in the world, and one that stands out among the best is the Shin-Etsu Trail. Spanning ...

Posted in great walks, guided walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, meals, minshuku, Nagano, onsen, Ryokan, Shin-etsu, travel advice

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Hiking the Kumano Kodo: A Sacred Pilgrimage in Japan’s Scenic Heartland

by Nick Noble November 25, 2024

Hiking the Kumano Kodo: A Sacred Pilgrimage in Japan’s Scenic Heartland

Japan is renowned for its spectacular hiking trails, and among them, the Kumano Kodo stands out as a deeply spiritual and historically significant ...

Posted in Chikatsuya, great walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, hiking trails, Hongu, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Kawayu Onsen, Ki Tanabe, Kii Katsuura, koguchi, kumano kodo, Kumano Kodo Trail Map, minshuku, nakahechi, onsen, pilgrimage trail, Ryokan, takahara, travel advice

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Exploring Japan’s Best Hiking Trails: A Journey Through Nature’s Beauty

by Nick Noble November 25, 2024

Exploring Japan’s Best Hiking Trails: A Journey Through Nature’s Beauty

Hiking in Japan is an adventure that combines breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and a deep connection to nature. Whether you’re a...

Posted in great walks, guided walks, hiking, hiking guide, hiking japan, hiking trails, Hongu, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Kawayu Onsen, Ki Tanabe, Kii Katsuura, koguchi, kumano kodo, Kumano Kodo Trail Map, minshuku, Nagano, nakahechi, Nonaka, onsen, pilgrimage trail, Ryokan, Shin-etsu, takahara, travel advice

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History of the Shin-etsu Trail in Japan

by Nick Noble October 18, 2024

Have you ever wondered about the history of the Shin-etsu Trail in Japan? Let's delve into the fascinating evolution of this renowned hiking trail....

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Walking the Shin-etsu Trail in Japan

by Nick Noble October 18, 2024

Have you ever dreamed of immersing yourself in the serene beauty of nature while embarking on an unforgettable adventure? If so, walking the Shin-e...

Posted in great walks, hiking, hiking japan, hiking trails, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, minshuku, Nagano, onsen, Ryokan, Shin-etsu, travel advice

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Focussing on our why; Hiking Trails Pty Ltd

by Nick Noble March 27, 2024

Focussing on our why; Hiking Trails Pty Ltd

At Hiking Trails Pty Ltd, we've been doing some work on our why. Asking why do we exist? What is our purpose? What do we do really well that we can...

Posted in australian hiking, australian walks, Chikatsuya, cradle mountain, food and wine, glamping, great walks, hiking, hiking accessories, hiking guide, hiking japan, hiking trails, Hongu, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Kawayu Onsen, Ki Tanabe, Kii Katsuura, koguchi, kumano kodo, Kumano Kodo Trail Map, minshuku, Nagano, nakahechi, onsen, pilgrimage trail, Ryokan, Shin-etsu, takahara

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