Kumdo (Korean: 검도; lit. the way of the sword) is a modern Korean martial art derived from kendo, the Japanese discipline of swordsmanship. [1] . The name is also romanized as …

Mar 2, 2024 · Kumano is an isolated, sacred site of healing and salvation. It is the Spiritual Heart of Japan, and you can feel at peace with nature. This spiritual origin of Japan has been a …

Feb 21, 2018 · In this post, we're going to explore Kumdo while revealing six interesting facts about this popular Korean martial art. #1) It Was Derived From Kendo. While Kumdo is a …

1 day ago · The Kumano Kodo is an ancient pilgrimage trail in the mountains of Wakayama (south of Kyoto) where you can walk with a light pack from guesthouse to guesthouse for a few days. …

Modern travelers come to experience moments of quiet contemplation, commune with nature, and go deep into Japan's spiritual history. The pilgrimage trails crisscross the Kii Peninsula, and …

Read about what season to walk and hike the Kumano Kodo, what the trail is like and other practical considerations and cultural pointers that will make your Kumano Kodo trek a safe and …

Oct 8, 2019 · One of Japan's most remote and rewarding journeys, the Kumano Kodō hiking route weaves through the mountainous Kii Peninsula, south of Osaka.

Guided walking centred on the Kii Peninsula and UNESCO-registered pilgrimage route. Follow ancient trails though deep forested valleys in remote countryside. Accommodation in temples …

Feb 4, 2021 · One of only two UNESCO World Heritage trails in the world—the other being the Camino de Santiago in Spain—the Kumano Kodo in Japan has been a pilgrimage route since …

Feb 28, 2020 · Like all good pilgrims on the Kumano Kodō, they know that endurance and enlightenment are two experiences that often go hand in hand. ‘The Kumano Kodō was …