Kinki

Yoshino-Kumano National Park

national parks

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Yoshino-Kumano National Park is located in the central and southern part of the Kii Peninsula, straddling the three prefectures of Mie, Nara, and Wakayama. The park consists of mountainous areas in the central Kii Peninsula, rivers flowing down from their sources forming deep valleys, coastal areas in the southern Kii Peninsula, and sea areas influenced by the Kuroshio Current. The park area also includes the Kumano Sanzan (Kumano Sanzan) and Yoshino-Omine (Yoshino Omine) mountain sacred sites and pilgrimage routes, which are part of the World Heritage Site "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range," and the pilgrimage routes leading to them. The Odaigahara, Omine, and Osugi valleys are registered as UNESCO Eco-Parks, which aim to harmonize ecosystem conservation and sustainable utilization, and the southern region of Wakayama Prefecture is recognized as a Japan Geopark in recognition of its geomorphological and geological values and conservation and utilization efforts. The coastal waters of Kushimoto, which are also registered as a Ramsar Convention wetland, are home to the world's northernmost table corals. (Source: Ministry of the Environment website https://www.env.go.jp/nature/nationalparks/list/)

Activity

KINTETSU RAIL PASS (1Day / 2Days /5Days / Plus)

Kintetsu railway
　

Tour Highlights

・Exclusive discount passes for visitors from outside Japan ・Convenient for travel in Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Nagoya and Mie

　

Details

A bargain for visitors, the convenient KINTETSU RAIL PASS is available in four varieties, and allows you to explore Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Mie, Iseshima, Nagoya and more for a special discounted price!

　

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Transportation none

Meals none

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Day Trip from Nagoya: Kumano Kodo Free Walking Tour with Nachi Falls

In the morning

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Tour Highlights

・Enjoy a 3-hour free walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Kumano Kodo. ・Experience the majestic nature and history of Kumano Kodo. ・Discover Kumano Nachi Taisha and the stunning Nachi Falls.

　

Details

The Kumano Kodo Free Walking Tour offers a 3-hour free exploration of the UNESCO World Heritage Kumano Kodo. Experience the majestic nature and history as you visit Kumano Nachi Taisha, Nachi Falls, and Seiganto-ji.

　

Summary

Location Kumano Wakayama, Mie from Nagoya

Operating Hours 11 hours

Duration In the morning

Transportation pick up not available

Meals none

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Kumano Kodo Taxi Tour with Tsuzurato Pass and Shrine Visit

5.5 hours

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Tour Highlights

・Explore the World Heritage Kumano Kodo with convenient taxi service ・Visit the unique Atama-no-Miya Shrine, known for wisdom and protection ・Walk the scenic Tsuzurato Pass with its well-preserved stone paths ・Enjoy a flexible itinerary with departures from Ise or Matsusaka ・Discover local specialties and souvenirs at Michi-no-Eki Kii Nagashima

　

Details

Designated a World Heritage Site in 2004, the Kumano Kodo Iseji is a historic pilgrimage route. Travel efficiently by taxi and enjoy famous spots like the beautifully paved stone paths.

　

Summary

Location Kumano-Kodo

Operating Hours In the morning

Duration 5.5 hours

Transportation Pick up not Available

Meals None

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Nara Specialty "Kaki no Ha Zushi" Handmade Experience

In the afternoon

Shimoichi-Cho Revitalization Council
　

Tour Highlights

・Experience the art of making Kaki no Ha Sushi ・Learn about the history and craftsmanship of Kaki no Ha Sushi ・It features fluffy rice and a slightly sweet flavor ・Enjoy a fun and educational food experience

　

Details

Let's make "Kaki no Ha Zushi," a specialty of Nara. You'll wrap fluffy rice with mackerel or salmon in persimmon leaves and place it in an original wooden box to complete your creation! Enjoy the freshly made Kaki no Ha Zushi.

　

Summary

Location Nara, Shimoichi-Cho near the Kumano-kodo

Operating Hours 1hour

Duration In the afternoon

Transportation Pick up not Available

Meals none

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Yoshino Cedar Chopsticks Workshop

In the afternoon

Shimoichi-Cho Revitalization Council
　

Tour Highlights

・Create your own disposable chopsticks and chopstick sleeves ・Enjoy a hands-on workshop in the birthplace of disposable chopsticks ・Personalize chopsticks with your name or favorite word ・Design unique chopstick sleeves with Yuzen washi paper ・Beginners are welcome! Each participant will receive individual instruction

　

Details

Experience the craft of making Yoshino Cedar disposable chopsticks, a skill recognized as a Japan Heritage! Additionally, you can design your own chopstick sleeves using thin cedar and cypress bark or Yuzen washi paper.

　

Summary

Location Nara, Shimoichi-Cho near the Kumano-kodo

Operating Hours 1.5 hour

Duration In the afternoon

Transportation Pick up not Available

Meals none

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