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2 May 2016 - 5 May 2016

Kumano Kodo Nakahechi

Last part of the trail ended in the town of Hongu Taisha, with large central shrine. All the journeys started here. Our steps continued along the Nakahechi trail, to the western coast of Kii peninsula. We met many nice people, enjoyed onsen in mountains, seen many shrines, and tasted great Japan cuisine.
Mountains | Published: 3 Sep 2016
From series Japan

30 Apr 2016 - 1 May 2016

Kumono Kodo Kohechi

Kumano Kodo Kohechi is an ancient pilgrim trail from Koyasan to the shrine or Hongu Taisha. It is about 70 kilometers long and usually takes about four days. Each leg ends in a saddle or valley - it is possible to arrange an accomodation or transportation, but it requires to speak Japan. We did two days of travel there and then had to move out to let Jana (Alice's sister) to return to Osaka. We continued further to Wataze Onsen for a camp with nice spa area.
Mountains | Published: 24 Jul 2016
From series Japan

29 Apr 2016

Koyasan

Koyasan, central town of Shingon buddhism, is located southern of Osaka in raising slopes of Kii Mountain range. There are no hotels, but you can stay within buddhist temples. It boasts many gates, statues, gardens, shrines, and templates. One of largest is located in Okunoin graveyard, and it is said that founder Kukai (post-humously named Koibo Daishi) is still there in deep meditation.
Misc | Published: 26 Jun 2016
From series Japan

26 Apr 2016 - 7 May 2016

Japan - to Osaka

Alice got a desk game called Tokaido for her birthday. The theme is pilgrimage from Japan town Kyoto to Edo (which is now Tokyo). Along the way you contribute to shrines, enjoy sea-side views, bath in hot springs, and taste great food. The playing of the game inspired us to visit Japan. The Tokaido (Way of Eastern Sea in japanese) no longer exists, but we found other pilgrim trails called Kumano Kodo. Pictures in this article are from Osaka.
Misc | Published: 6 Jun 2016
From series Japan