Nagoya Departure: Kumano Kodo & Nachi Falls Day Tour

A Mystical Sanctuary Where Gods and Nature Coexist
Exploring Kumano Kodo, Nachi Taisha, and Nachi Falls

This premium healing tour departs from Nagoya, offering an efficient and comfortable exploration of the ancient pilgrimage route Kumano Kodo (a World Heritage site), Nachi Falls (one of Japan's top three waterfalls), and historic temples.

Journey through the sacred mountains of the Kii Peninsula, where Shinto and Buddhism have harmoniously blended for centuries. Breathe in the fresh, clean air of the cedar forests as you walk along moss-covered stone paths, and visit the sacred Kumano Nachi Taisha shrine and Seiganto-ji Temple perched atop the mountain. The surreal panorama created by the ancient temple architecture and the surrounding natural splendor will have you reaching for your camera constantly. Enhance your tour experience by savoring a warm bowl of soba noodles and enjoying local delicacies at nearby shops.

A Thousand-Year Pilgrimage Route Journeyed in Comfort via Private Bus

Kumano Kodo: An Ancient Pilgrimage Route Steeped in a Thousand Years of Prayer

Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, this path is a spiritual walkway trodden by countless pilgrims. As you wander beneath the ancient, towering trees, you'll experience a profound sense of peace that purifies both body and mind. Capture a unique memory by passing through a giant tree hollow hidden within the forest.

Nachi Taisha & Seiganto-ji: A Harmony of Orange Amidst Emerald Forests

Visit the sacred Kumano Nachi Taisha shrine, a center of nature worship, and the adjacent Buddhist temple, Seiganto-ji. Witness the unique Japanese cultural value of coexistence beyond religious boundaries, and admire the profound beauty of the grand tiled roofs and intricate eaves.

Nachi Falls & Five-Story Pagoda: Sacred Waters Pouring from the Heavens

Nachi Falls, plunging vertically from a height of approximately 133 meters, is one of Japan's three great waterfalls and a masterpiece of nature. The striking red five-story pagoda and the magnificent waterfall cascading beyond it create a picturesque scene reminiscent of an Oriental painting. Feel the immense roar and mist from the waterfall envelop you, washing away the stresses of daily life.

"Experience a profound spiritual awakening in Kumano, where myth breathes, amidst the majestic vertical plunge of water behind the red pagoda, and the sacred forest."