Walk the Kumano Kodo, the most famous trekking roads in Japan, which is registered as a World Heritage site, and experience Owase Wappa Making.
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Private Plan for 1 Person
Private Plan for 2 to 3 People
Private Plan for 4 to 5 People
Private Plan for 6 to 8 People
The Highlight
- Walk the Kumano Kodo, one of the most sacred trekking roads in Japan
- Walking on the Magose-toge Pass, a World Heritage Site
- You can experience a various variety of activities, such as making wappa.
The Experience
Magose-toge Pass A popular mountain pass on the border of Kihoku town and Owase City, the stone pavement, said to be the best in the Kumano Kodo Iseji, continues through the Owase cypress forest. Many historical sites, such as Yonaki Jizo, which is believed to have mystical power to prevent children from crying at night, giving it the atmosphere of a Kumano Kodo.
Making Wappa (at Nushikuma) The process of making a wappa originally involved 45 steps, all done by hand, a single person, so it takes more than one month to complete a wappa. The lacquer is also made from natural materials, and is first-class, with no admixtures of any kind.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- 09:00Meet up with your English Guide at JR Aiga Station
- Pick up lunch at Miyama Roadside Station
- Miyama⇒ Magose-toge Pass
- 09:30Magose-toge Pass⇒ Iwayado (trekking/appx.2hrs)
- Iwayado⇒ Kumano Kodo Center (by taxi/ appx. 30mins)
- 13:00Kumano Kodo Center (60mins)
- Kumano Kodo Center⇒ Nushikuma (appx. 5mins)
- 14:00Owase Wappa Making Experience at Nushikuma (90mins)
- Nushikuma⇒ JR Owase Station (by taxi/ appx. 10mins)
- 16:00Ends at JR Owase Station
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
- If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
- You can skip the spot where you don't go (※in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
- If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)
Important Booking Information
Customer Guidelines:
Please refrain from consuming alcohol on the vehicle. Kindly take all trash with you when leaving the vehicle. Please do not leave any trash on board. Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place. Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion. The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion. Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show). In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued. Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the vehicle. Please refrain from standing up while the vehicle is in motion. If you accidentally leave any belongings on the vehicle, please be aware that they will be disposed of. Please personally take responsibility for your valuables. Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)