Day 40, Kiso Valley

Kiso Valley is an ancient trade route that runs alongside the Japanese Alps. Once the road between Kyoto and Tokyo, it was under the control of the shogun who forced all travelers to make the journey by foot. Part of the route and towns along the way have been preserved to give a visitors a picture of ancient life and natural beauty. We hiked today from Magome to Tsumago, about six miles. Halfway through the hike, we stopped at the Tateba tea house, to meet the tea master and enjoy a cup of warm comfort. Czytaj więcej