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Kumano Kodo Hongu Loop and Kumano Hongu Taisha
Kumano is an important part of the World Heritage site “the Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountains”. Kumano is in Wakayama Prefecture and I worked for Wakayama Prefectural Government as a general manager of Cultural Heritage Division and I was also in charge of the World Heritage Project. I know this sacred site very well.
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Hongu
I will meet you at your hotel in Hongu
In this tour we will walk the 14km long Kumano Kodo Hongu Loop. We will visit Kumano Hongu Taisha and its former site Oyunohara as well.
Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Akagi Route which connects Yunomine Hot Springs and the Nakahechi Main Route
We will walk the 7km long Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Akagi Route for three hours. This route was frequently used after the 14th century.
Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Nakahechi Main Route between Hosshinnmon Oji and Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine
Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Akagi Route merges into the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Main Route near Hosshinmon Oji. Oji is a small shrine which enshrines Kumano Deities. There are ninety-nine Oji along the Kumano Kodo. Hosshinmon Oji is one of the five most important Oji. After praying at Hosshinmon Oji, we will continue pilgrimage to Kumano Hongu Grand Shrine for another three hours. It is the 7km long final part of the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route.
Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine and its former site Oyunohara
After walking 14km for six hours, we will arrive at Kumano Hongu Grand Shrine. This is one of the Three Shrines in Kumano and is the final destination of the Kumano Pilgrimage. The sacred atmosphere of the precincts will surround you.
Ending Point
At your hotel in Hongu
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Tour Important Information
As we will walk a lot, comfortable shoes are recommended.
Tours are NOT covered by insurance. Make sure to be covered by your own insurance.
Food and drinks are NOT included.
Important message from the guide
I am based in Wakayama and Osaka, but I will guide you around the country upon your requests. However, I will have to ask you to bear my transportation (and accommodation cost, if necessary).
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Kumano Tour Reviews
Matt M.
Kyoto-WH-Golden Pavilion, Rock Garden and more - from Osaka
“Fantastic day around Kyoto with a great guide”
This was my and my wife's 3rd time in Kyoto, and we brought my 81 year old mother this time - it's her first time in Kyoto, first time in Japan, and first time anywhere in Asia. We did a full day tour with Hiroyuki and felt the pace of it was excellent. I learned so much about Kyoto I hadn't picked up on previous trips. He was extremely knowledgeable and informative. For instance, I asked him about the contrast between Buddhism and Shintoism and he delivered a full-blown history lesson with lots of fascinating detail about the history of those two religions in Japan. He's also just a very pleasant and easy gentleman to spend time with. If you're looking for a highly-experienced and pleasant guide, I can't recommend Hiroyuki enough.
Hiroyuki T.
(90 reviews)Thank you very much for your kind message. It was so nice spending time with such nice people like you. You were all very kind, gentle and eager to learn. It is always nice to spend time with people who show a lot of interest and respect to our culture. Please come back to Japan, I will be looking forward to meeting you again. Hiro
Soraya C.
Zen & Pure Land Gardens in Kyoto, Ryoanji, Kinkakuji & more
“Excellent tour of Kyoto”
We are a family from South Africa with 2 boys aged 13 and 10. We have just completed our tour with Hiroyuki. He was punctual, very professional , knowledgeable and flexible to our needs. We saw all the sites we wanted to and more including the Tori gates , Arashiyama, the market and we ended the tour with a Tea ceremony with a Meiko. He explained the significance and history of all the sites very well and was patient with the boys.Highly recommended
Hiroyuki T.
(90 reviews)It was really nice meeting such a wonderful family like you today in Kyoto. I hope that you enjoyed the history and culture of Kyoto. As I explained, Japan is very beautiful in autumn. Please come back to Japan in autumn next time. There are a lot more that I want to show you. Thank you very much and have a nice trip.
Sharon L.
Historic Monuments of Ancient Capital of Kyoto - from Osaka
“Great day in Kyoto!”
We had a great day trip going from Osaka to Kyoto on our 12-hour cruise stopover. Hiroyuki met us at Osaka port early in the morning, guided us through all the public transportation transfers, and showed us around Kyoto seamlessly on a very busy day in the city. I don’t know how we would’ve done this ourselves without his expertise. Thank you for a great time!
Hiroyuki T.
(90 reviews)Thank you very much for your kind words. It was really nice meeting you the other day at Kobe Port. It was a little hustle but it was really nice to see Kyoto with pink and white cherry blossoms. I am very happy to hear that you liked it. Thank you.
