• Japan, Kumano Kodo
    Good bye to last evening's hosts
    The start of day 3, TakijiriSteeper than it looksLegend had it that of you pas through this tiny crevice you will have an easy childbirthThis is the other end. We didn't try itMaybe you can read thisPilgrims!Yes, that's the trailCloserLove the little Ojis. No rain tomorrow?Found a sweet little cafeOur little guest room

    K. K.- day 3 Takijiri to Takahara

    April 9 in Japan ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C

    Said goodbye to our hosts. Driven to Gobo Station where we took a train to the start of our next leg in Takahara.
    Starting to see many pilgrims as this is a traditional starting point.
    Today was less miles but it started with 1 km straight up on very rocky and unstable ground. We thought yesterday was hard. So beautiful though. Amazing views, lush forests and rivers. Of course many shrines and Ojis. We've been praying for no rain and today we were blessed. Tomorrow, it's supposed to pour all day.
    We arrived in Takaha in time to walk another 2 km to a bus stop to get to our guest house. We were welcomed by a lovely couple who offered us hot tea and a cookie and helped us plan for our journey tomorrow.    Read more