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Daimonzaka, Nachi Taisha, Seigantoji, Nachi Waterfall

Kumano
5 hours

In this course, we will Walk Daimonzaka, visit Nachi Taisha, Seigantoji and Nachi Waterfall. You will learn about the history of Kumano Kodo and the ancient pilgrimage to Kumano Sanzan while walking. These spots are also great photo shooting points. You can try Tainai Kuguri, visit Pagoda by paying extra fees.

FROM$88/ per group
Kiyoko H.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)

Kumano Kodo Daimon-zaka and Nachi Waterfalls - from Osaka

Kumano
11 hours 20 min

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.

FROM$316/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.96 / 5
(124 reviews)

Visit Daimonzaka, Nachi Taisha, Seigantoji, Nachi Waterfall

Kumano
3 hours 30 min

In this course, we will Walk Daimonzaka, visit Nachi Taisha, Seigantoji and Nachi Waterfall. You will learn about the history of Kumano Kodo and the ancient pilgrimage to Kumano Sanzan while walking. These spots are also great photo shooting points. You can try Tainai Kuguri, visit Pagoda by paying extra fees.

FROM$63/ per group
Kiyoko H.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)

Kumano Kodo Hongu Loop and Kumano Hongu Grand Shrine

Kumano
8 hours

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.

FROM$422/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.96 / 5
(124 reviews)

Overnight trip to Kumano Kodo and Kumano Hongu Taisha

Kumano
2 days

On this tour, we will visit Kumano Hongu to walk the Kumano Kodo and to pray at Kumano Hongu Taisha. On the first day, we will visit Kumano Hongu Taisha which is one of the Three Shrines in Kumano and its former site Oyunohara. We will stay overnight at a peaceful hot spring resort which is just next to a beautiful river. This hotel’s main feature is the hot spring on the river bed. On the second day, we will walk to final part of the Kumano Kodo for 3 hours to Kumano Hongu Taisha.

FROM$422/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.96 / 5
(124 reviews)

Three days tour in Kumano

Kumano
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This tour is visiting Kumano sanzan area including Kumano Kodo walking, Kumano river cruise, visiting scenic sites and cultural and historical sites and experience for Tuna.

FROM$569/ per group
Yasuo H.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)

Kumano Kodo Entance Course, NYTimes Must Travel Experience

Kumano
7 hours

Since the Kumano Kodo was registered as a World Heritage site, people from all over the world have come. You will feel like you have time-traveled back in time and enjoy beautiful mountain paths in Japan. The walking guide includes; - Explanation of historical highlights - Q&A about Japanese culture and society that you want to know - Walk time management and crisis management (where possible) - First aid and ambulance arrangements in case of emergency - Having fun with me !

FROM$105/ per group
Keiji H.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)

Kumano Kodo Takijiri Oji - Takahara Jinja

Kumano
3 hours 30 min

You will hear the highlights of Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage and Kumano Sanzan. Then you will walk the pilgrimage route after praying at Takijiri Oji toward Takahara Jinja Shrine. It will be a good initiation for your pilgrimage walk.

FROM$0/ per group
Kiyoko H.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)

Day Trips from Kumano

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Chris C.

5 / 5
Sep 7, 2024

Off the beaten path tour.

Akira will take you to places where locals go for lunch and the best shaved ice. We also stopped by for a coffee made with love. If you are looking to visit Tokyo, off the beaten trail, then, I would highly recomend. Many thanks to Akira, who has been an amzing guide.

Akira N.

Dear Chris, Thank you so much for the great review. I’m so glad to know that you enjoyed the day with me. It was so much fun to walk in the city with wonderful people like you and your family that I (and I assume you too) had forgotten about unpleasant weather that day. Thank you so much for having me as a guide and thank you so much for paying respect to locals and their culture wherever we went, I’m looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira

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Mari A.

5 / 5
Sep 7, 2024

Very Kind and Knowledgeable Guide

We have booked Kaneo for three days. Two in Tokyo and one in Hakone. Kaneo was very accommodating and knew where to take us in Tokyo. As you know, there Tokyo is full of things to do, and he managed to edit the sites so that it was manageable. The tours were very informative and he gave a lot of thought as to where we would most enjoy going to. On top of all that, he helped pick out a restaurant and made dinner reservations for us during our last evening in Tokyo. In Hakone, he showed us the many sites there, and we got to see the locations that make Hakone truly picturesque and unique. In all, Kaneo was an excellent tour guide, and he was very attuned to the needs of his tour group. I highly recommend his services. Mari

Kaneo U.

Thank you for your warm review, Mari. The days were in Typhoon 10th. But we enjoyed almost all the itinerary without heavy raining. That may own to your friend, Yasuko's strong luck. Thank you for giving me good time to spend you and your family.

Gerry B.

5 / 5
Sep 6, 2024

Amazing guide and tour

I am so pleased we booked this tour for our short stay in Kyoto Yoshi was incredible he was knowledgeable, friendly and very professional and the Golden tour was just magical. If you are ever in Kyoto you should book this tour

Yoshihisa T.

Hi Gerry. Thank you so much for your superb review for my tour yesterday. It was very nice meeting and talking with you two. I hope you will return home safe with lots of good memories of Japan. With best wishes. Yoshie

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Deb R.

5 / 5
Sep 6, 2024

Tim D is the bomb!

This was our first trip to Tokyo and was nervous about navigating transportation. Tim D was a perfect guide for me and my daughter (young adult)-Tim met us at airport and was gracious about our delayed arrival and did a great job teaching us about transportation/finding best route to get to airport next day. He also was great at creating an experience that gave us a taste of nightlife, given we only had a few hours. I'd would completely recommend Tim D. as a guide/companion. Top-notch!

Tim D.

Hi Deb! Thank you for the great review. If I was the bomb, it was because you and your daughter were a blast to be around. We had a great time and even found a hidden gem sushi shop. Thanks so much for joining me. Please join me again on your next trip to Japan!

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