Activities Lavender Season at the Tambara Lavender Park 2026 Jun 27th - Aug 30th Japan's most well-known summertime lavender fields are likely to be those at Furano in Hokkaido, but there are numerous other options to enjoy a sea of
Culture Cherry Blossoms and Tuna Gourmet in Nachikatsuura Veronica Carnevale Access to Kamenoi Hotel Nachi Katsuura, a Kumano trail ryokan Located in... During cherry blossom season, the renowned Kumano trail—a network of sacred
Culture Hokkaido Named a Destination to Watch in 2025 Kim Bergström Jan 27, 2025 Furano and Biei are a couple of other popular spots during the summer season
Activities A Journey From Kyoto to Wakayama Featured The ancient link between Kyoto, Koyasan and Kumano Kodo
Activities Two Japanese Hiking Routes Among World's Best Kim Bergström May 6, 2025 The Nakahechi Route, Kumano Kodo (Ranked #4 in the world) Tucked into the... Peninsula south of Osaka, the Nakahechi Route is part of the ancient Kumano
Japan's Underrated Spots From the Sydney Morning He... Kim Bergström Dec 19, 2025 According to the Sydney Morning Herald's list of the world's most underrated destinations, Hiroshima and the Kumano Kodo stand out, and they're two places
Activities Japan in Summer 2013 - My Coolest Trip Ever Alena Eckelmann She visited the famous sights but she also got to know the Kumano area... In 2013 the Kumano area was not a must-go destination yet.
Accommodation Kamenoi Hotel Nachi-Katsuura and Wakayama Sightseeing Veronica Carnevale Sea and seasonal ingredients unique to Kumano.... Some highlights include fresh tuna, Kumano beef (a local high-grade meat