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Kumano Hongu Taisha
熊野本宮大社

Hongu Taisha-mae
本宮大社前Urara-kan
うらら館

Kumano Hongu
Heritage Center
世界遺産熊野本宮館

Hongu Junior High School
本宮中学校

Kumano Mindful House“Hoshi-no-Jikan”
熊野マインドフルハウス「星の時間」

Guest House Yui
ゲストハウス結Minshuku Yamamizuki
民宿山水月

Otorii
大鳥居

Guesthouse noco
ゲストハウスnoco

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Dainichi-goe
大日越Minshuku Yunotaniso
民宿湯の谷荘Minshuku Yamane
民宿やまね

Yoshinoya Ryokan
よしのや旅館
J-Hoppers
Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse
ジェイホッパーズ
熊野湯峰ゲストハウス

Minshuku Atarashiya
民宿あたらしやYunomine Onsen
bus stop
湯の峰温泉
バス停
Ryokan Adumaya
旅館あづまやIseya Ryokan
伊せやMinshuku Teruteya
民宿てるてやIn the South hall is the tourist information center and permanent
exhibitions about the World Heritage property "Sacred Sites andPilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range".
The North hall features permanent exhibitions about the Hongu area,a multi-purpose hall and temporary exhibition space. Permanent
exhibitions are bilingual Japanese and English.
This center is a must visit for those interest in learning more about theregion's unique cultural landscape.

Japan's Spiritual
Hot Spring

Yunomine Onsen is an isolated
hot spring tucked into a smallvalley. It is one of the oldest hot
springs in Japan and intimately
connected to the Kumano Kodo
as pilgrims used the hot mineralwaters for purification rites.

Tsuboyu BathTsuboyu is a historic bath in the creek
near the center of Yunomine Onsen.

Weather

The Iseji route is open year-round. The weather in the southern portion of theKii peninsula is generally mild. The winters can see some freezing temperatures
but on the coastal Iseji route snow is very rare. Summers can be hot, humid andwet. Be prepared for rain year-round.
Japan Meteorological Agency: www.jma.go.jp/jma/indexe.html	Tanabe City Kumano Tourism Bureau: 	
www.tb-kumano.jp/en/kumano-kodo/weather/

KumanoLow

Precipitation

1：5 , 0 0 0100200ｍ

500

35
3025
2015
11.3
1050-5-10

22.8
12.7

108.6

Jan

23.3

350
300
250
13.9
200

23.3

21.2

18.6

15.9

10.3

5.7

3.7

2.6

22.5

450
400

28.5

18.7

14.8

10.6

30.7

26.0

19.6

15.0

29.6

5.3
114.1

Feb

231.1

Mar

241.8

Apr

295.4

May

308.6

Jun

352.9

Jul298.3

Aug404.2

Sep

330.2

Oct

183.4

Nov

113.7

Dec

150
100
500DaylightDaylight times vary greatly with winter having the shortest days. It isalways best to leave early to arrive early, and be aware when sunset isso as not to get stuck in the dark while still on the trail.
NOTE: It gets darker earlier in the valleys where most of the villages
are located. The best time to check-in to accommodations is
16:00~ 17:00.
19:30

18:52 19:10

19:00

17:30

First come, first serve. Buy tickets atthe Counter near Toko-ji temple.

7:00

16:30

18:04

17:41

Sunset Time

17:30
Jan

17:24
16:56 16:53

FebMarAprMayJunJulAug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

7:30

7:01

6:30

6:30

6:07

6:00
5:30

5:42

5:27

5:00
4:30

6:55

Sunrise Time

6:43

FebMar

AprMay

4:48
Jun

4:59
JulAug

Sep

Review the average temperatures for the time ofyour walk and be prepared for seasonal variability.
Dressing in layers in clothes that dry easily isrecommended: avoid cotton. Sturdy, worn-in,
walking footwear is essential.

Gear

The type of gear that you will need varies withthe duration and extent of your walk. Thefollowing is a general list of recommended items.
  Day pack  Rain gear (a foldable umbrella is convenient)  Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen  Collapsible walking poles  Water bottle
Camera  Small first aid kit, with Band-Aids, etc.
  Small flashlight  MapsWater & Liquids

It is important to carry water or liquids during your trek or walk. Natural
water sources along the trail have not been tested. In the villages andsettlements are small shops or vending machines where drinks can bepurchased. Especially during the hotter season, it is important to keep
well hydrated.
HINT: Fill up your water bottles at the accommodations before
departure.

Luggage Shuttle

Let us take a load off your back! There are a few local service providers
who offer daily luggage shuttle service, perfect for walkers on theKumano Kodo. ※Some restrictions apply.
LINK

www.tb-kumano.jp/en/kumano-kodo/luggage-shuttle/

Oct

Nov

Carry enough Japanese yen in cash, as many facilities and service
providers do not accept credit cards, and places to exchange money arelimited. If you do need to withdraw money, the ATMs at the post offices
are the best option. Hours are limited especially on weekends.
HINT: Check with your credit card company before your visit to confirm if
your credit card is OK to use for withdrawals at Japan Post Bank ATMs.
LINK

www.jp-bank-japanpostJp/en/ias/en_ias_index.html

Electricity

6:04

5:20
4:57

Jan

Proper clothing and footwear are essential, especially
if you are planning for a longer, multi-day trek.

Money/ATM

18:43

18:06

18:00

17:00

19:08

18:30

18:30

Capacity: 1~2 Peaple
Time: up to 30 minutes private use
Price: 780yen, 12 and under 470 yen
Hours: 6:00~21:30＊No swimming suits, soup or
shampoo allowed.
LINK: www.tb-tanabe.jp/en/onsen/yunomine/#tsuboyu

High40

Minshuku Adumayaso
民宿あづまや荘
500ｍ

The Kumano Kodo is a diverse mountain route with a mixture of unpaved,
uneven trails, ancient cobblestones and stairs, and paved roads through villages.
There are some steep climbs and ascents, but the route is not technicallydifficult. The amount of preparation that is needed will depend greatly on
which sections you will walk, the season you visit, and your personal level ofexperience and fitness. Please plan accordingly to fully, and safely, enjoy yourpilgrimage walk. Proper preparation is the essential.

LINK

Yunomine-oji
湯峯王子

Minshuku Kuraya
民宿くらやMinshuku Takiyoshi
民宿瀧よし0

Clothing & Footwear

Precipitation（mm）

Blue Sky Guesthouse
旅人の宿 蒼空げすとはうす
1：1 0 , 0 0 0

The Kumano Hongu Heritage Center is the focal point for visitor informationin Hongu. There are two halls: North and South.

Free Admission

Onsen Minshuku
Wadama
温泉民宿
わだま

Oyunohara
大斎原

Kumano Hongu Heritage CenterHours: 9:00~17:00(Open year round)Akagi-goe赤木越

Otonashi-gawa River
音無川Oyunohara-mae
大斎原前

Dainichi-goe
Nobori-guchi
大日越登り口Kumano Backpackers
くまのバックパッカーズ
B & B Cafe Hongu
B & B Cafe ほんぐう

Tanabe City Hongu
Administration Bureau
田辺市本宮行政局

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Kumano Kodo Tips

Yunomine Onsen

Temperature（℃）

Hongu

Dec

The voltage in Japan is 100 Volt. Electrical plugs have two, parallel flat
pins: Type A.
HINT: Bring an adapter if needed, as most accommodations do not havethem.

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