{"product_id":"9781786312426","title":"Japan and #039;s Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage : Nakahechi, Koyasan, Kohechi, Iseji and Hongu trails by Kat Davis","description":"A guidebook to walking Japan's UNESCO-listed Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails, covering the Nakahechi, Choishimichi\/Koyasan and Kohechi routes, as well as a Hongu loop, highlights of the Iseji route and shorter walks around Kumano Sanzan shrines. Since many of the trails involve steep ascents and descents, a moderate level of fitness is required.             Routes vary from 5 to 64km (3-40 miles) and crisscross the mountainous Kii Peninsula, south of Osaka. Some can be enjoyed in a single day or half-day, whereas the Nakahechi and Kohechi routes lend themselves to a 4-day mini-trek. Spring and late autumn are best for the trails, although the Nakahechi can be walked year-round.             1:50,000 mapping plus larger-scale maps for key towns and the main shrinesDetailed information on public transport, accommodation and refreshmentsAdvice on planning and preparationFascinating insights into Japanese culture and spiritualityGPX files available to download\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback \/ softback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56305635426677,"sku":"9781786312426","price":18.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781786312426.jpg?v=1762798042","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9781786312426","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}