Journey through Japan's spiritual heartland along the ancient pilgrimage routes of the Kumano Kodo.
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Located just 3.5 hours from Kyoto is the beginning a sacred pilgrimage which devout adherents have trekked over the course of two millennia. Join in their footsteps on the World Heritage registered Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route with Kumano Kodo Guides. |
The Kumano Kodo refers to a set of four pilgrimage routes that lead to the Kumano Sanzan, or the three grand shrines of the Kumano sect of Shinto. Earth and stone paths traverse this remote, mountainous region of the Kii peninsula, passing by small farming villages and mossy stone monuments along the way. As a birthplace of Buddhism in Japan and the heart of its intersection with Japan's indigenous, nature-worshiping religions, travelers will be trekking through one of the country's most spiritually and historically important regions.
Kumano Kodo Guides is dedicated to taking you here. Our small operation of professional, bilingual, born-and-raised-in-Japan mountain guides are committed to providing you with a unique, culturally immersive experience in this beautiful region of Japan.
Our Tour Options
All tours depart from Kyoto Station, Osaka Station or Kansai Airport
Japan Guides Group
Kumano Kodo Guides is run by the Japan Guides Group, an adventure tour company and travel agency in Japan. Japan Guides Group has existed as a Limited Liability Company in the U.S. since 2009 and registered as an official Japanese company and travel agency in 2015. Founded and operated by Japanese bred American citizens, JGG exists to design adventure tours in Japan with an emphasis on experiencing and understanding Japan's culture, customs and society. Read up more on Japan Guides Group and our partners, including Fuji Mountain Guides and Japan Ski Tours
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Fuji Mountain Guides
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Fuji Mountain Guides is an English speaking guiding company on Mt. Fuji in Japan. Our guides are bilingual, speaking Japanese and English fluently, as well as having a deep understanding of the Japanese culture/society. Our company exists to serve foreigners visiting and living in Japan, seeking to provide them with background on a unique culture, while experiencing a once in a life time adventure. Since our inception in 2007, FMG has guided over 2,500 clients successfully and safely to the summit of Mount Fuji. Join us on a tour to the summit of the worlds most recognizable mountain. |
Japan Ski Tours
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Japan Ski Tours began with a vision to create ski tours which incorporate more then just skiing Japan's renowned powder. Following the same philosophy as its predecessor FMG, Japan Ski Tours has built a platform which allows people to enjoy both the sights and culture of Japan as well as the many famous ski resorts. With any of our 7 to 14 day tours, JST will provide an amazing cultural experience, filled with sake breweries, relaxing hot springs and great lodging on top of the fantastic skiing. |
