Mie Prefecture, Japan
Kumano Sanzan & 8 World Heritage Sites 2 Days Bus Tour from Osaka
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Kumano Kodo
Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route
from OSAKA
From Osaka
Wakayama Prefecture, Japan
Mie Prefecture, Japan
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Duration 2day(s)
Journey through the sacred Kumano Sanzan and visit eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enjoy a buffet of around 60 dishes, including fresh tuna, along with all-you-can-drink beer and wine. Unwind in the dramatic cave bath at Nanki-Katsuura Onsen’s Hotel Urashima on this immersive 2-day bus Tour from Osaka
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4 People / 1 Room Join-in Tour (Price per person)
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¥32,900
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¥35,500
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¥36,800
* The amount is subjected to the payment page.The Highlight
- Visit the sacred Kumano Sanzan, said to be the origin of pilgrimage in Japan
- Walk part of the historic Kumano Kodo and feel the power of Nachi Falls, where the dragon god is said to dwell
- Explore Japan’s oldest shrine, Hana-no-Iwaya Shrine, and the dynamic coastal cliffs of Onigajo
- After praying at Nachi Taisha, take a relaxing break at the traditional Wakaya Main Store
- Create your own original plum wine at the Kishu Umeboshi Museum
- Stay at Hotel Urashima in the Nanki-Katsuura Onsen area
The Experience
World Heritage Site ① Kumano Hongu Taisha
- A sacred place of healing and spiritual rebirth, nestled among towering cedar trees.
- As the head shrine of over 3,000 Kumano shrines across Japan, Kumano Hongu Taisha exudes a particularly solemn and traditional atmosphere.
- Don’t miss the unique black mailbox standing before the shrine's sacred tree, the Tarayō tree.
World Heritage Site ② Kumano Hayatama Taisha
- One of the three grand shrines of Kumano, known for its striking vermilion-painted buildings.
- The grounds also feature the sacred 1,000-year-old Nagi tree, designated as a natural monument—an impressive sight in itself.
World Heritage Sites ③ Nachi Taisha / ④ Seiganto-ji
- Look out for the country’s largest omikuji (fortune slip) and charms featuring Yatagarasu, the mythical three-legged crow and symbol of good luck used in the Japan Football Association's logo.
- The plaza within the Seiganto-ji temple grounds is a popular photo spot where you can capture the Three-Storied Pagoda with Nachi Falls in one breathtaking frame.
Note: The term Kumano Sanzan refers collectively to the three grand shrines—Kumano Hayatama Taisha (Shingu City), Kumano Hongu Taisha (Tanabe City), and Kumano Nachi Taisha (Nachikatsuura Town)—as well as the Seiganto-ji Temple.
World Heritage Site ⑤ Nachi Falls / Hiro Shrine
- With a height of 133 meters, Nachi Falls is Japan’s tallest single-drop waterfall and one of the Three Famous Waterfalls of Japan.
- It is revered as the sacred object of worship at Hiro Shrine, a subordinate shrine of Kumano Nachi Taisha.
World Heritage Site ⑥ Kumano Kodo – Daimon-zaka Slope
- This is the starting point of the World Heritage registered zone of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail, marked by the towering 800-year-old Meoto-sugi (Twin Cedar Trees).
- Enjoy a short walking experience along the ancient stone-paved trail winding through majestic cedar trees and lush nature.
Note: The Daimon-zaka section includes about 15 minutes of uphill walking on stone paths and stairs. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Guests who choose not to participate in the walk will be transported by bus.
World Heritage Site ⑦ Hana-no-Iwaya Shrine
- Featured in Nihon Shoki (Japan's oldest historical record written in 720 AD), this sacred site is believed to be the birthplace of the nation.
- Long before the rise of Kumano Sanzan worship, this cave shrine—known as "Iwaya Kumano"—held deep spiritual significance, making it a place that symbolizes the origins of the Japanese people.
World Heritage Site ⑧ Onigajo cliff
- A massive tuff cliff shaped by centuries of wave erosion and uplift from multiple earthquakes.
- Stretching over 1 km, the cliff features countless natural caves stacked like steps, forming a unique and dramatic coastal landscape.
- Designated as a National Natural Monument and Place of Scenic Beauty.
Stay at Hotel Urashima in the Nanki-Katsuura Onsen area
- The highlight is “Bokido”, a large cave hot spring naturally formed inside a sea cave created by seabed uplift.
- Enjoy touring five unique hot spring baths within the hotel, each offering a different experience.
- Soak in the hotel’s natural hot springs with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, all fed directly from the source.
- Dinner features a buffet with around 60 dishes made from fresh local ingredients from the mountains and sea of Kumano.
- All-you-can-drink alcoholic beverages (draft beer, wine, sparkling wine, shochu, etc.) are included for both dinner and breakfast.
- Hotel Urashima is filled with attractions—including Japan’s longest escalator and two natural cave baths—making one night not enough to enjoy it all.
- Room type not specified (with bath and toilet).
- You will be assigned either a Japanese-style, Western-style, or Japanese-Western mixed room upon arrival.
- All rooms are non-smoking. Please use designated smoking areas.
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Information about tour Place of departure and destination: from OSAKA to MIE/WAKYAMA Number of days of travel: 2 Day Means of transportation: BUS Name of bus company: Ginga Kotsu Co., Ltd Meals: Breakfast x1, Dinner x1 Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20 Peoples Number of GUIDE：1
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Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Itinerary
Day 1
- Include: Dinner
- 07:30Umeda (Meet at 7:15, Depart 7:30)
- <Bus>
- Onigajo Center (Free time for lunch and shopping/about 50 minutes)
- <Walk>
- World Heritage Site 1: Onigajo (Enjoy the spectacular scenery created by nature/about 30 minutes) ↓ <Bus> ↓ World Heritage Site 2: Hananoiwaya Shrine (A huge rock about 45m high is the object of worship! Visit the oldest shrine in Japan/about 25 minutes) ↓ World Heritage Site 3: Kumano Hongu Taisha (Visit the sacred place of healing and regeneration surrounded by cedar groves/about 40 minutes)
- Hotel Urashima Pier ↓ <Private shuttle boat Take the Urashima Maru to Hotel Urashima/about 5 minutes＞
- 18:00Hotel Urashima (around 18:00) *Enjoy the hot springs with a view of the Pacific Ocean♪ *Enjoy the impressive cave bath "Bokido" that you can't experience at other hot spring resorts♪ *Enjoy a tour of the five baths in the hotel, each with its own unique characteristics♪ *For dinner, enjoy a buffet of about 60 types of food made from the sea and mountains of Kumano! *Alcoholic drinks such as draft beer, wine, fruit wine, sake, and shochu are all-you-can-drink!
Day 2
- Include: Breakfast
- 09:00Hotel (departure 9:00) *Leave at a leisurely 9:00♪ *For breakfast, enjoy a buffet of local dishes made with local ingredients♪
- <Travel by the private shuttle boat Urashima Maru/about 5 minutes＞ ↓ Hotel Urashima Pier ↓ <Bus＞
- World Heritage Site ④ Kumano Kodo Daimonzaka (A little experience of the Kumano Kodo trail with its towering 800-year-old married cedar trees/about 30 minutes) ↓ World Heritage Site ⑤ Nachi Falls/Hiraki Shrine (133m drop! View one of Japan's three most famous waterfalls/about 40 minutes) ↓ World Heritage Site ⑥ Seiganto-ji Temple/⑦ Kumano Nachi Taisha (Visit the center of Kumano faith where a shrine and temple are adjacent/about 70 minutes)
- Wakaya Main Store (Shop for Nachi souvenirs and try otakimochi/about 20 minutes)
- World Heritage Site ⑧ Kumano Hayatama Taisha (Visit the shrine in Shingu City that is one of the three Kumano mountains/about 25 minutes) ↓ Hashiguiiwa <Bus Window> (View the mysterious and magnificent scenery created by Mother Nature from the bus window) ↓ Kishu Umeboshikan (Original Umeshu making experience/about 50 minutes)
- <Bus>
- 20:00Umeda (around 20:00)
Price Details
Air-conditioned bus
Round-trip transportation
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Admission fee
Breakfast
Dinner
Expenses not mentioned
Add-on Items
Bus Rear Seat Option: Last Row (Multi-Day tour) - ¥ 4,000
※ Please book the "Bus Rear Seat Option: Last Row (Multi-Day tour)" with your tour reservation. Seats are subject to availability. Once confirmed, they are part of your tour package.
※ Cancellation fees may apply for seat unavailability upon cancellation.
※ All group members must apply; partial selections are invalid, and seat assignments are at our discretion.
※ This plan applies only to the tour bus and may not apply if switching to other buses.
※ Changes in group size post-booking may not be accommodated.
※ Groups of more than 4 cannot select this plan (middle seats are not used). The deadline for applications is four days before departure.
Bus front seat options (Multi-day Tour) - ¥ 2,700
* Only 10 seats are available! Seats are guaranteed up to the front 3rd row! (You cannot specify the seat)
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
- This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
- If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
- Drinking alcohol on the bus is prohibited.
- Please note that odd-numbered groups will, in principle, share seats on the bus
- The order of the itinerary may be partially changed.
- Some shrines or temples may not be accessible for worship due to religious ceremonies or festivals. Thank you for your understanding.
- Some walking paths may be uneven. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking. Non-slip footwear is recommended due to many stairs.
- Depending on the timing of stops, there may not be enough time to purchase charms or receive temple stamps. Also, shop hours may change unexpectedly.
- This tour does not include lunch.
- On Day 1, please prepare lunch in advance at a service area (SA/PA) or dine at the Onigajo Center.
- On Day 2, please plan to have lunch near Nachi Taisha or at a rest stop along the route.
Important Booking Information
Important Notes During Bus Tour
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.
- Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.
- As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
- Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.
- Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.
- Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.
- Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees. 8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.
- Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.
- Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.
- Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.
- Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.
- Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.
- Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.
- Manage your valuable belongings yourself.
- After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.
- Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.
- For fruit-picking tours, please note that fruit is to be consumed only on the farm. Bringing it home in your own bag is strictly prohibited.
- If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.
Cancellation Policy
Number of days prior to departure / Cancellation fee
- Cancellation made at least 21 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 20 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, will charge 50%
