Hiking the Kumano Kodo Japan – Adventure Travel to Japan

Heidi_Siefkas_walking_the_kumano_kodo_JapanKumano Kodo Japan

If you are like most of the world, you probably have never heard of the Kumano Kodo. I didn't know of it either until I was introduced to the Kumano Kodo trek by friends with whom I walked the Camino de Santiago in Spain. I certainly knew where Japan was, but I had no idea where the Kii Peninsula was. However, after completing the Camino, the Kumano Kodo was certainly on my radar.

Kumano_Kodo_Trail_ImageWhy the Kumano Kodo?

The short, simple answer is because I can. The longer answer is to celebrate a milestone anniversary of a second chance on life. I write about my backstory in When All Balls Drop as well as in many blog posts.

Nachi_Falls_on_the_Kumano_Kodo_by_Heidi_SiefkasYou're Invited to Join Me Virtually on the Kumano Kodo

Join me (Heidi Siefkas) for a celebratory walk along the ancient Kumano Kodo in Japan. Learn about this UNESCO World Heritage trail as well as Japanese culture 101 (ryokan, onsen, etc.) while hiking with me through the beautiful Kii Peninsula.

Kumano Kodo Travel Video

Are you inspired?

Do you want to hike the Kumano Kodo?

If you would like to hike the Kumano Kodo, I will be leading a private tour May 16-23, 2020. Kumano Kodo Trip Details.   you'll have to wait as the May 2020 tour has been canceled per the Corona Virus.

If you have already hiked the Kumano Kodo and would like to become a Dual Pilgrim, check out my Camino de Santiago travel tips.

Maybe you want to know more about what sparked my interest in adventure. If so, check out my TEDx talk as well as my three inspirational books.

As always, here's to looking up!

3 Responses

  1. That's fascinating that Japan has its own pilgrimage route. It will be interesting to follow your adventures and learn about Japanese culture. It would be fun to the hike with you if I could!
  2. Love your Japana adventures and I hope to do some of my own some time in 2020.
  3. I am just starting to seriously think about Japan and this is w great hike to consider.

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