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  • Nakahechi Imperial Route

    by Nick Noble
    Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich history and natural beauty of the Nakahechi Imperial Route. This ancient trail, o...

  • How to train for a hike?

    by Nick Noble
    Are you planning a long hike and not sure how to prepare? Training for a long hike is essential to ensure you have the stamina and strength to comp...

  • History of the Kumano Kodo

    by Nick Noble
    The Kumano Kodo is a network of ancient pilgrimage routes in Japan that have been used for over a thousand years. These routes lead to the sacred K...

  • Japanese Onsen Etiquette

    by Nick Noble
    Are you ready to dive into the world of Japanese hot springs? Onsens are a popular attraction in Japan, offering a relaxing and rejuvenating experi...

  • Nachi Taisha

    by Nick Noble
    Located in the picturesque Kumano region of Japan, Nachi Taisha is a sacred grand shrine that holds deep historical and cultural significance. As o...

  • Kumano Hongu Taisha

    by Nick Noble
    Deep in the heart of the Kumano region in Japan lies a place of profound spiritual significance - Hongu Taisha. As one of the three grand shrines o...

  • What to wear hiking?

    by Nick Noble
    Are you planning a hiking trip but unsure about what to wear? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Dressing appropriately for a hike is essential to...

  • Hotel Urashima

    by Nick Noble
    Katsuura Onsen Hotel Complex Hotel Urashima is a central feature of Katsuura Onsen sitting prominently on the east side of Katsuura Bay on a rugge...
    Posted in accommodation, hiking japan, hotel, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Kii Katsuura, kumano kodo, onsen

  • Kawayu Onsen, Hongu

    by Nick Noble
    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...
    Posted in hiking japan, Hongu, japan, japanese food, japanese onsen, Kawayu Onsen, kumano kodo, onsen, Pilgrimage Trail

  • Rating the Difficulty of Hiking Trails

    by Nick Noble

    Rating the difficulty of hiking trails is challenging because so many variables shape a hiker’s experience, and no single scale can capture them all.

    Posted in hiking, hiking guide, hiking trails

  • Minshuku Chikatsuyu

    by Nick Noble
    Chikatsuyu Minshuku Minshuku Chikatsuyu is a small guesthouse located in the Chikatsuyu village along the Hiki-gawa River. The Hisui-no-yu onsen i...
    Posted in accommodation, Chikatsuya, hiking japan, japan, japanese food, kumano kodo, minshuku, pilgrimage trail

  • Keyaki

    by Nick Noble
    Takahara Guest House / B&B Keyaki is a house perched on the upper end of the ridge top settlement of Takahara along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage...
    Posted in accommodation, B&B, Guest House, hiking japan, japan, japanese food, takahara