Course C: Kumano Trails & Nakahechi with local storytellers 
Experience the Depths of Kumano Kodo's Heritage and Faith

This is a moderately challenging hike with plenty of ups and downs along the historic Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route leading to the Hosshinmon-oji, the gateway to the sacred realm of the Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine, where you can deeply experience the nature, culture and spiritual heritage of the Kumano Kodo. You will be guided by a Japanese-speaking storyteller until you reach the Hosshinmon-oji bus stop.

Operation Period
Everyday from April 1 - November 30, 2026
Tourist Spots
Iwagami-toge pass, Murmuring streams of Douyukawa River, Hosshinmon-oji 
Walking distance
10km
Duration of walk
Approx. 7 hours
Language
Story-telling in Japanese
Bus Company
Ryujin Bus Co., Ltd
Reservations
Required (advanced booking of at least 5 days prior to travel)

Fare

Adult (Age 13 or above)

JPY12,500

Course C
Distance: 10Km,    Walking Duration: approx. 7hours
7:20AM
Meet at Kii-Tanabe Station
Depart  7:30AM 
Kii-Tanabe Station
Arrive 8:55AM
Depart 9:00AM
(Hiking start)　
*Douyukawa Bridge
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Iwagami-toge pass
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Murmuring streams of Douyukawa River
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Yukawa-oji
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Lunch break at Mikoshi-toge pass 
(Please make your own arrangement for lunch)
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Hosshinmon-oji 
Arrive 16:00PM
Hosshinmon-oji Bus Stop
*You will meet up with the local storyteller at Douyukawa Bridge. 

Contact information
Ryujin Jidosha Co., Ltd,+ 81 (0) 739-22-2100, Mon - Fri:  8:30AM - 5:30PM Emailｌ：info@ryujinbus.com
Important Notice
・ If you want to arrange luggage delivery from Kii-Tanabe Station to designated areas of your accommodation, please apply separately through the form at  https://www.ryujinbus.com/tour/porter/.
・A Japanese-speaking local storyteller will attend you on the spot.
・This course will be cancelled if no reservation is received 5 days prior to departure. 
・Please allow yourself plenty of time to get to your destination.
・Service may be delayed or suspended due to strong winds, rain, storms, or other foul weather which may hinder safe operation.
・Actual arrival times may be earlier or later than those listed due to traffic conditions.
・We accept no responsibility for any extra overnights or taxi fares caused by any delays due to Acts of God, delayed departure or arrivals, bad road or weather conditions, any circumstances beyond our control.
・All images shown are for illustration purpose only.
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