Since starting out from Osaka City, the Kumano Kodo Kiiji Trail took us to Izumi Fuchu. This time, we resumed

The Kumano Kodo Kiiji is the long and ancient sacred pilgrimage from Osaka city to Kumano Shrine. The trail crosses

In the past few years, the ancient Kumano Kodo has become quite popular among not only Japanese people, but also

Mt. Iimori is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, yet there is more to this mountain than just

After the Onin War, the country had lost faith in the Ashikaga shogunate. This lack of trust lead to the

For many, the Japanese samurai is the very pinnacle of ancient Japan– over even Japanese culture as a whole. While

West of Osaka is Osaka bay, but mountains surround the prefecture on all its other side, namely in the north

Just half an hour from Osaka city is quiet Sayama Pond. Now it is known for the pretty cherry blossom