Hiking Articles & News

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

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...

The Shin-etsu Trail in Japan is an incredibly special hiking and cultural experience.  Here are our top 5 reasons why you should consider hiking th...

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...

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. 

Japan has announced a return to visa-free, independent travel and the removal of daily arrival caps from October 11, 2022. 

The Camino de Santiago (or Way of Saint James) from Sarria is the most popular section of the entire Camino de Santiago. This section, from Sarria...

The Kumano Kodo is a UNESCO registered pilgrimage trail across the south east peninsular of Honshu, the main island of Japan with my mother. We co...