I Hiked the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route for 5 Days

The Kumano Kodo is a truly sacred trail in Japan, and it’s one of just two pilgrimage routes that have been recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites, alongside the Camino de Santiago. Last year, I had the chance to walk the Camino de Santiago Portuguese Way. Now, I’m fortunate to hike the Kumano Kodo to earn my Dual Pilgrim Certificate. -------------------------------- The route I took: Day 1: Osaka → Tanabe → Takahara Day 2: Takahara → Chikatsuyu Day 3: Chikatsuyu→ Kumano Hongu Taisha → Yunomine Onsen Day 4: Yunomine Onsen → Kumano Hayatama Taisha → Katsuura Day 5: Katsuura → Kumano Nachi Taisha → Nachi Falls → Osaka -------------------------------- Places I Stay at: SEN.RETREAT TAKAHARA Minshuku WAGO J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse KAMENOI HOTEL Nachi Katsuura #travel #japan #kumanokodo