The Kumano Kodo was the first \u2018road\u2019 in Japan to be registered as a World Heritage Site. It is a 1,000 m long ancient road that spans one or three prefectures, including Wakayama Prefecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many people from all over the world visit the Kumano Sanzan (three mountains of Kumano) – Kumano Hongu Taisha<\/a>, Kumano Nachi Taisha<\/a> and Kumano Hayatama Taisha<\/a> – to walk along the historic paths and visit them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you hear of the Kumano Kodo, you may have the image of visiting on foot, but you can also visit by car, as many spots are equipped with parking lots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This article provides recommended routes and parking information for those visiting the Kumano Kodo by car or rental car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n