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Walk the historic Kurikoma Kodo, an ancient mountain trail shaped by centuries of pilgrimage and nature. This full-day trek in Miyagi Prefecture leads through pristine beech forests to the famed “Thousand-Year Kurobe” cedar, with stops at sacred Shugendo sites and historic markers along the way. Guided by local experts, the journey offers a rewarding blend of outdoor adventure and cultural discovery amid the rugged landscapes of Tohoku.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting at Yama-no-Eki Kurikoma at 7:30
Itinerary
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The trek begins at 8:30 AM with departure from Sekaiyachi Parking Lot, covering a total distance of 12.7 km over approximately 6.5 hours. The route first leads through wetlands, passing the 1st and 2nd wetland junctions before reaching the Daichimori junction, a scenic 3.2 km hike taking about 90 minutes. After a short break, the journey continues into the ancient giant cedar forest, where you will explore the impressive Kurobe cedar area over 4 km in roughly 100 minutes. A lunch break follows around midday—please bring your own meal. In the afternoon, the trail winds through pristine natural scenery toward the Yuhama junction, covering 3 km in about 70 minutes, with another short rest along the way. The trek concludes with the final 2.5 km stretch to Miura Ryokan, arriving around 3:00 PM as the end point of this rewarding mountain journey.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Age Requirement: For safety reasons, this experience involves the use of real machinery and is open to junior high school students (approximately 13 years old) and above only.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Age Requirement: For safety reasons, this experience involves the use of real machinery and is open to junior high school students (approximately 13 years old) and above only.
- Please be advised that there are no restroom facilities along the trail. Kindly use the restroom prior to arrival.
- The tour may be modified, postponed, or canceled if weather conditions or natural events pose safety risks. In the event of cancellation, participants will be notified by the day before the scheduled tour.
- Please bring hiking boots, rainwear, a towel, a hat or cap, drinking water, lunch, extra warm layers, and a change of clothes to ensure a safe and comfortable trek.
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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