Kumano Hongu Shrine Spring Festival, held every year from April 13 to 15, is one of the most important Shinto events in Wakayama Prefecture. It takes place at Kumano Hongu Shrine, one of the Three ...

A Unesco World Heritage Site, the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails in Wakayama prefecture have long captivated discerning travellers with their attractive blend of history, nature and spirituality.

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These paths remind us that healing isn’t always found in hospitals or prescriptions. Sometimes, it's in nature, silence, and sacred rituals passed down for centuries.

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Kumano Nyakuoji Shrine was founded by Emperor Go-Shirakawa when he welcomed the deity from Zenrin-ji Temple (Ekidan-do Temple) to become the protective deity here. The charms from this temple contain ...