Bike and hike while experiencing the culture and nature of Kumano! The early sakura blossoms are now starting to bloom along the path to the solemn Kumano Grand Shrines. Enjoy warm conversations with local artisans, climb steep stone steps leading to a giant sacred rock, walk the historic Kumano Kodo Daimonzaka slope, and marvel at the breathtaking Nachi Waterfall and the massive Hashikuiiwa Rocks!
The first KUMANO-KODO Pilgrimage Bike & Hike Tour of the year has finished, and the second group is now on its journey!
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KUMANO KODO Pilgrimage Bike & Hike
Bike and hike Japan's oldest pilgrimage routes in Wakayama. Visit the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano and immerse yourself in ancient forests, sacred mountain paths, and magnificent waterfalls.
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Ride Experience Inc. / Bicycle Tours Japan Editorial Team
We are a professional team of cycling guides and planners based in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture, dedicated to sharing the beauty of rural Japan (Satoyama) with the world. Under the theme of “Hidden Japan — the Japan that can only be reached by bicycle,” we go beyond simply introducing sightseeing routes. We provide in-depth, expert insights into regional history, traditional artisans and craft masters, and the local food culture.
