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If you ask someone to think of Japan, the first image in their head is probably of Tokyo. They think neon lights, bullet trains, endless crowds... But some of the country's greatest adventures happen far away from the cities. And smart travellers that do their research are starting to pick up 😉 Hidden in the mountains of Japan lies the Kumano Kodo, an ancient pilgrimage route that's been drawing travellers into its forests for over a thousand years.
Modern Japan moves at 320km/h, but things operate at a slightly different pace here. You follow quiet forest paths that lead into tiny mountain villages, with centuries-old shrines and the occasional hot spring waiting for you at the end of a long day's hike. The Kumano Kodo isn't Japan's most famous attraction, and that's exactly why I think you'll love it. If you're planning a trip to Japan and fancy seeing a side that most visitors completely miss, this one's for you.
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