On this episode of Japan Station, travel writer Jennifer Bain joins us to talk about one of Japan's most ancient and famous pilgrimages: the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道). We also talk about Japanese convenience stores and the famous conbini socks.
👉Topics Discussed
What the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道) is
How to get the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道) is
An example of a five day itinerary on the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道) pilgrimage
About Daimonzaka and Kumano Nachi Taisha
About mikan and oranges in the Kumano area
About lodging along the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道)
How old empty schools have been converted into lodging on the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道)
How to walk the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道) in a faster and easier way
About the weather along the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道)
A funny encounter with a local on the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道)
About a custom convenience store tour in Osaka
Some recommendations for food to eat from Japanese convenience stores
About the famous Japanese convenience store socks people are going crazy for
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