KUMANO KODO: Pilgrimage to Japan's Spiritual Origins

If you are going to watch one video about the KUMANO KODO, this is it! The Kumano Kodo is a set of ancient pilgrimage routes that crisscross the mountainous Kii peninsula of Japan. They link isolated sacred sites with a unique mixture of Buddhism and native belief systems. This virtual tour begins on the east coast of the peninsula in Tanabe City and follows the Nakahechi pilgrimage route into the mountains through local villages, introducing the history, culture, and sights, finishing at Nachisan, the site of Japan's tallest waterfall. Places visited include the three Grand Shrines of Kumano called the Kumano Sanzan: Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Hayatama Taisha, and Kumano Nachi Taisha. Logistics such as local transport, places to stay, and convenient tools to help plan a trip are highlighted. #kumanokodo #virtualtour #nakahechi #dualpilgrim #japan #pilgrimage #worldheritge #spirituality #trekking #hiking #walkjapan