Take an amazing trekking down Matsumoto-toge Pass, one of spots of World Heritage Kumano Kodo, enjoying a journey through history and nature, with Mehari-zushi Making Experience and Maruyama Senmaida View.
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The Highlight
- You can take a trekking on Matsumoto-toge Pass of Kumano Kodo.
- A storyteller is be with you and talks about the history and the culture of Kumano Kodo.
- Mehari-zushi Making Experience is included.
- Enjoy the amazing view of Maruyama Senmaida.
The Experience
Onigajo Onigajo is a large rock wall created by earthquake uplift, weathering and wave erosion. In addition to being designated as a national scenic beauty and natural monument, it is also registered as a World Heritage site as part of the “Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range.
Matsumoto-toge Pass Beautiful cobblestone pavement remains on most of the roads, and at the pass surrounded by bamboo groves, you will be greeted by a life-size Jizo statue.
Mehari-zushi Making Experience Learn to make "Mehari-zushi," a local delicacy of the Kumano region! This unique, oversized sushi is made by wrapping a ball of rice with a pickled takana mustard green leaf. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from preparing the rice to the art of wrapping.
Shishiiwa A 25-meter-high rock formation that resembles a giant lion roaring toward the sea. Shishiiwa is a World Heritage Site, a natural monument, and a scenic spot.
Hana-no-iwaya Hana-no-iwaya Shrine appears as the “stage of the national birth” in the first book of Japan's first history, Nihon Shoki (Chronicles of Japan), written in 720 (Nara Period). This place has an important meaning as “Kumano of the Caves,” a sacred place from ancient times that preceded the Kumano Sanzan worship, and is truly a place that can be said to be the roots of the Japanese people.
Maruyama Senmaida In the Maruyama district of Kumano City, there are a number of small rice paddies, called Senmaida. The scenery is spectacular and is said to be the best terraced rice field scenery in Japan. There are about 1,340 small rice paddies, each one overlapping the next.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- Include: Lunch
- 09:30Meet up with your English speaking guide
- 10:00Stroll at Onigajo (30mins)
- 10:30Trekking at Matsumoto-toge Pass (90mins)
- 12:00Mehari-zuhi Making Experience and Lunch (1h / Experience and lunch fee is included)
- Photo Stop at Shishiiwa and Hana-no-iwaya Shrine
- 14:30Maruyama Senmaida (30mins)
- 15:30Ends at Kumanoshi 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)