熊野旅行ガイド - 熊野周辺のアクティビティ

Kumano Travel Guide - What to do around Kumano The Kumano area (�F��) is located around the southern tip of the Kii Peninsula, about 100 kilometers south of Osaka and Kyoto . It spans Wakayama and Mie prefectures, although most of the attractions and religious sites are in Wakayama. Kumano is centered around three shrines, Hongu Taisha , Nachi Taisha and Hayatama Taisha , collectively known as the Kumano Sanzan. Pilgrims have traveled to and between the Kumano Sanzan via a network of walking trails, called Kumano Kodo , for over 1000 years. The shrines are even older, with mention in Japan's founding mythology. The region is infused with religious and historical value that emanates from the three shrines. The Sun Goddess ' great grandson, Jimmu, came to Kumano to unify the country as Japan's first emperor . To further add to the area's sanctity, Kumano is also called "The Land of the Dead" in reference to the belief that spirits and family ancestors dwell here after they die. Towns and cities dot the Kii coastline, combining Kumano's ancient history with day to day living. Some offer hot springs , such as Shirahama and Katsuura , while others feature coastal scenery, such as Kumano City and Kushimoto . In 2004, Kumano's religious treasures and pilgrimage routes were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Named "The Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range", the designation also includes neighboring Koyasan , Yoshino and Ominesan. 1 Shrine Nachi Taish a •• One of the three Kumano shrines. 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 216 2 Hiking Kumano Kod o • Ancient network of pilgrimage routes. 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 200 3 Shrine Hongu Taish a • One of the three Kumano shrines. 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 152 4 Beach Shiraham a Large hot spring resort with sand beach. 3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 139 5 Onsen Katsuur a Coastal hot spring resort. 3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 149 6 Shrine Hayatama Taish a One of the three Kumano shrines. 3.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 112 7 Nature Kushimot o Southermost point of Honshu Island. 3.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 76 8 Neighborhood Kumano Cit y Site of an ancient shrine. 2.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 89 Japan Brand Collection Leading brands and businesses. Serving travelers in Japan . Discover more Tokyo Kyoto Kumano Getting to and around Kumano See access info Questions? Ask in our forum . English Tanabe City Kumano Tourism Bureau English website by Tanabe City. Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range English website by Wakayama Prefecture. Japanese Tanabe City Kumano Tourism Bureau Website by Tanabe City. Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range Website by Wakayama Prefecture. 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