熊野古道朝聖入門款｜新手親子友善路線＋三天兩夜行程分享

熊野古道朝聖入門款｜新手親子友善路線＋三天兩夜行程分享

The first day was transportation day. We departed from Kansai Airport and took the JR Kuroshio train south, which took about four and a half hours. The ocean views along the way were truly soothing. In this video, I’ll introduce a pilgrimage route suitable for both beginners and families. I also recommend some hotels, local shops, and attractions. More details will be provided in the information section below. This traditional hot spring inn is right next to the train station. A four-person room costs just over NT$2,000 per night. Japanese breakfast is included. There’s a large bath . I stayed for four nights and soaked every day. It was very comfortable. The room is really large , so I didn’t have to worry about the kids kicking me in the middle of my sleep. Tonight, I went straight to bed. This morning, I went to the tourist information center next to the station to buy a central road stamp book and get two free pilgrim passports. The Kumano Gobo Nankai bus is right next to it, so buying a two-day ticket is more economical and time -saving . The ride takes about 25 minutes. The bus stops are clearly announced, and the driver always announces them. It’s recommended to sit at the end. Once you’re at Nachiyama, it’s all downhill, so it’s not too tiring. You can use your bamboo cane freely. The stone steps to Nachi Taisha Shrine are easy to walk up, so you can warm up, adjust your breathing, and calm your temper (after all, you’re traveling with children). It says that the deity enshrined at Nachi Taisha Shrine is a World Heritage Site , and after washing your hands, there’s another stone staircase. In spring and summer, there are many beautiful hydrangeas. This is the core of Kumano faith. Since the Heian period, emperors have come here to make pilgrimages. The seal is collected right in front of the worship hall . There’s also a sacred tree over 800 years old. There’s a large hole at the base of the tree. You can buy a goma wood for 300 yen, write your wish on it, and make a wish by walking through the hole. The entrance to the hole is a bit narrow, so be careful to duck your head as you enter . The space is actually quite small once you’re inside , so look up and you’ll see the exit. Spend a minute or two inside, feeling the breath of the nearly thousand-year-old tree, and then you can climb the ladder out. Next to Nachi Taisha is Seiganto-ji Temple , a Tendai sect temple. Seeing Shintoism and Buddhism coexist peacefully is quite special. When traveling, I like to observe the locals. When I see them donating money and holding incense sticks, I follow their lead and light some incense. Chapter 2: Photography is prohibited inside temples. Seiganto-ji Temple’s hand-watering pavilion is decorated with hydrangeas, making it a perfect spot for telephoto photography of the three-story pagoda and Nachi Falls , two of Kumano’s most iconic sights. There are signposts along the way. If you’re fit enough , get off at Daimonzaka and continue up . You’ll see families from all over the world walking together along the way. Gradually, you’ll hear the sound of the waterfall, and Nachi Falls comes into view . Up close, it’s truly spectacular, with a drop of 133 meters, making it Japan’s highest waterfall. The waterfall itself is the enshrined deity of Hitaki Shrine, located right next to the torii gate. Next to the stone steps is the “Hikari-no-Mine” stone. ” Guangfeng is said to be the sacred mountain where the gods of Kumano descended. My mood became calm unconsciously. After viewing the waterfall, we took the bus to Nachi Station. I like to find local shops with few people. I saw this orange hut on the map. The shop’s signature beef tendon curry rice is delicious. The owner loves Taiwan and has traveled around the island two or three times. Japanese people value privacy, so when no one is around, I’ll take a picture of the shop. The shop’s Google location is posted in the information bar below. After lunch, you can take a bus directly from outside the shop to Kamikura Shrine. If you just want to get a stamp , it’s on the right side of the picture. I didn’t notice it and thought I had to walk up to get the stamp. There are more than 500 stone steps, and the stone surface is uneven and difficult to walk on. It is the most tiring part of the journey. This stone step is called the ancient Kumano Kodo. Kamikura Shrine is the sacred place where the Kumano Okami first descended. It is located on a steep cliff. The huge rock Kotobiki Rock is Let’s take a look at the seals at Kamikura Shrine, located just to the right of the entrance at the bottom of the mountain. Those who don’t want to climb can simply get their stamps. It’s about a 15-minute walk from Kamikura Shrine to Hayatama Taisha Shrine. Bring a lightweight folding umbrella for shade. It’s not very crowded around 3 p.m. Hayatama Taisha Shrine’s architectural features are cypress-bark roofs. Each of the three Kumano mountain shrines has its own unique style. The entire precinct is designed in harmony with nature, making it the most accessible of the three Kumano mountain shrines. After completing your fifth seal at Hayatama Taisha Shrine, you must try the local seafood when you return to Kii-Katsuura. There are many izakayas here, and this one has good reviews, but smoking is permitted. The seafood donburi is a must-try. The tuna sashimi donburi is very fresh. The children’s anchovy rice was also delicious, making it a perfect end to the trip. Before boarding the bus, you can grab a takeout lunch at the nearby sushi restaurant, which has a wide variety of options. There’s sushi suitable for children. It’s about an hour’s drive from Shingu Station to Hongu Taisha-mae. From there, take a bus to Hoshinmon-oji. It’s a 15-minute drive. You’ll see foreigners wearing traditional bamboo hats. You ‘ll need to walk 200 meters back from the bus stop to get off. You’ll find the starting point of Hoshinmon-oji, the large stone monument on the Nakabe-ji Road. Take a photo here souvenir . Next time you come back and walk the Nakabe-ji Road , this torii gate faces the Nakabe-ji Road. This is the sixth seal of Inobi-oji, one of the Seven Princes. Remember to close the seal. If it dries, the pattern won’t be printed. This is Hoshinmon-oji Shrine. Pray before you start. The next stop is Mizuten-oji. Most of the walk is in the woods , out of direct sunlight, very comfortable. Occasionally, walking in the sun can be a little hot. I didn’t expect to see beautiful hydrangeas at this time of year. The Kumano Kodo has a different look in each season. The temperature at the end of June is still quite low. It was quite hot, but I had a good experience this time. Some of the seals at the seal shop had dried up. Those who care can bring their own seals. It’s impossible to tell what they were. My child and I took the most accessible Hongu route this time, which is about seven kilometers long. We started from Hoshinmon Prince and walked into the forest, stepping on the Millennium Pilgrimage Road. The route was not difficult, almost a gentle downhill slope. With every step, we could feel the breath of nature and the silent power of the land. We bowed down to the prince. There was a small shop here. We were in a hurry to rest and almost slipped while walking on the sun-baked country road. But coming here really saved us . I drank a glass of ice-cold juice and vinegar drink, and I felt revived . The Kumano Three Mountains refer to Kumano Hongu Taisha, Hayatama Taisha, and Nachi Taisha. They are considered symbols of rebirth , healing, and transformation. Pilgrims can get their stamps at these three shrines and at the prince’s tracks along the way. Each stamp is a testimony to your footsteps . A series of prayers and blessings. Once you complete a section of the Kumano Kotau Trail and collect all the designated stamps , you can exchange them for a pilgrim certificate at the tourist information center next to Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine . If you’ve walked the Camino de Santiago in Spain, you can even apply for a “double pilgrim certificate.” I plan to take my child on the Spanish Camino when she ‘s older , and then return to the Kumano Kotau Trail to get both certificates . Vending machines are everywhere in Japan, so only children make choices. I wanted them all! Seeing the Purification Prince indicated that Hongu Taisha wasn’t far away. It took three and a half hours, faster than I expected. Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine is the headquarters of over 3,000 Kumano shrines in Japan. The black-based building blends seamlessly into the natural woods. Don’t forget to write a postcard to commemorate this section of the Kumano Kotau Trail. There are all kinds of amulets! I accidentally bought several. I also collected the Kumano Sanzan goshuin seals , which are perfect for buying as souvenirs for family and friends. Stamping children along the way is a very ceremonial experience. I personally stamped my double pilgrimage passport with ten stamps to complete the Hongu Taisha route. The approach is seven kilometers long, with a long stone staircase surrounding giant cedars and cypresses. Finally, we go to Osaigahara. Cross the road from Hongu Taisha and you’ll see a sign for the direction. Osaigahara is the former site of Kumano Hongu Taisha. It’s the largest torii gate in Japan, and it feels like more than ten stories high. In 1889, three of the shrine’s six buildings were washed away by a flood. The seal office is right next to it, but it’s still usable. I don’t know if it was damaged naturally or by human intervention, but the ink has completely dried up, which is a pity I didn’t bring any. I won’t be collecting my seal today. The Kumano Kodo is well worth revisiting, and it’s close to Japan. I’ll definitely visit Osaigahara next time. It’s also a famous “source field” filled with power, attracting many who seek to elevate their spirituality. This is the Kumano River next to Osaigahara. Traditional festivals are held at certain times, and you can also experience the joy of floating worship on a traditional wooden boat down the river . My three-day, two-night Kumano Kodo pilgrimage happily concluded in Osaigahara. If you’d like a more relaxed pilgrimage experience , follow my itinerary and stay in Kii-Katsuura, a designated base for exploring Kumano. It has abundant seafood and hot springs , and I recommend staying an extra day after completing the Kumano Kodo to stroll through Kii-Katsuura and experience the charm of this fishing port town.

這支影片要帶你走訪 7公里親子友善的熊野古道本宮段
不論是新手還是親子旅行，都能輕鬆完成！
同時也分享我這趟 三天兩夜的完整行程安排，包含熊野三大神社巡禮與集章心得。

📅行程
Day 1｜抵達紀伊勝浦住宿
Day 2｜熊野那智大社、青岸渡寺、飛瀧神社、神倉神社、速玉大社
Day 3｜熊野古道本宮段 7 公里步道、大齋原

✨特別注意✨
如需要領雙朝聖，一定要把熊野本宮排在最後一天走
還有預留領取證書的時間，因為遊客中心五點就關了~

🚌交通
關西廣域周遊卷 五日卷
熊野御坊南海バス的悠遊フリー2日乗車券

熊野御坊南海巴士：https://kumanogobobus.nankai-nanki.jp/
熊野古道官方旅遊網站：https://www.tb-kumano.jp/tw/

🛏️住宿
ホテル＆レンタカー660
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mfiWuvjDhMvwA7Z38

🍽️餐廳
1. 紀伊勝浦站
09:33 ハーバー食堂 日の出丸
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WMRrkXDoNVxi6YTS8

2. 那智站
06:54 smart cafe スマートカフェ
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RRzvyraaBNphMaaN6

3. 新宮站
09:59 徐福寿司 駅前店
https://maps.app.goo.gl/EwH3LvE71mS1WnfR6

4. 熊野本宮大社附近
17:36 好吃麵包店 手づくりのパン マーブル
https://maps.app.goo.gl/arkkbBSWfaqgZFx56

沒拍到的店
咖啡店「sei」 Glass shop • Tea room • Coffee stand
https://maps.app.goo.gl/itJQw2VoAZbuWDa5A

00:00 熊野Preview
00:30 第1天交通日 開場
01:36 第2天拿護照押印帳搭車
02:35 那智大社 參拜道
03:05 那智大社 抵達
03:10 📍第1個押印
03:33 進入千年樹洞
04:22 青案渡寺
04:50 📍第2個押印
05:10 拍攝三重塔那智瀑布最佳地點
05:55 飛瀧神社
06:17 日本最高瀑布
06:29 📍第3個押印
06:54 推薦午餐 smart cafe スマートカフェ
07:23 神倉神社
08:17 📍第4個押印
08:46 速玉大社📍第5個押印
09:33 推薦晚餐 ハーバー食堂 日の出丸
09:55 第3天 新宮站
09:59 推薦外帶午餐 徐福寿司 駅前店
10:11 本宮大社前轉搭公車去發心門王子(另外付錢)
10:25 發心門王子📍第6個押印
12:02 水吞王子📍第7個押印
13:08 伏拜王子📍第8個押印
13:08 祓殿王子📍第9個押印
15:06 本宮大社📍第10個押印
16:20 大齋原📍第11個押印(中邊路段)
17:36 推薦麵包店 手づくりのパン マーブル
17:38 結尾心得

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