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

Kosuge is one of northern Nagano’s most sacred places and rich in Buddhist and Shinto history, it was here that En-no-ozuno, the father of Shugendo...

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...

Kawayu Onsen is a geological thermal wonder located on the Oto River, a tributary of the Kumano-gawa River. “Kawa” means “river” and “yu” means “h...

Chikatsuyu Minshuku Minshuku Chikatsuyu is a small guesthouse located in the Chikatsuyu village along the Hiki-gawa River. The Hisui-no-yu onsen i...

Nonaka Rental House 3rd Place Kumano Kodo is an old farmhouse in the Nonaka area near Tsugizakura-oji on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. Mr. Tet...

Takahara Homestay The ultimate mountain retreat in Japan!  Tenku-no-Satoyama is a guesthouse in the ridge top settlement of Takahara along the Kum...

Takahara Ryokan Takahara is a very popular destination for Kumano Kodo walkers. Kiri-no-Sato Takahara Lodge is located in the ridge top village of...

Yunomine Onsen Minshuku Minshuku Takiyoshi is the first accommodation near the south entrance to the historic Yunomine Onsen village.  It is a fou...

Chikatsuyu Rental House Happiness Chikatsuyu is a cottage owned by the lovely Ms. Muya.  It is located in a small grove of trees just north of the...

Now that you've confirmed your Kumano Kodo self-guided Pilgrimage Walk, in addition to your walking training, it's time to start thinking about you...

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.