From Kumano City to the Kumano Kodo: An Abundance of Natural Wonders
The area around Kumano City is packed with incredible things to see and do, from the ancient cobblestone hiking trails of Kumano Kodo to the unusual Onigajo rock formations, to Japan’s oldest shrine, Hana no Iwaya Shrine, and the must-see Maruyama Senmaida Terraced Rice Paddies. It makes a satisfying one-day tour.
Wrap-up
And so my day in Kumano City came to an end. I was having such a good time, I really didn’t want it to. Thinking back over all the wondrous things I saw that day—the cobblestone trails of the Kumano Kodo, the massive rocks of Onigajo, Hana no Iwaya Shrine, Shishi-iwa, and the terraced rice fields of Maruyama Senmaida, I felt refreshed and satisfied. While this visit was just for the day, I'm already looking forward to staying overnight next time to delve even deeper into the beauty and tranquility of Kumano City.