Chikatsuyu-Oji Remains

When You're in Chikatsuyu.

One of the few attractions in this old town, so it's highly recommended. Close to the river and bridge. For further details on this trail, I recommend "The Nakahechi Trail; A Glimpse of Old Japan." Av...

"Blood or dew?" That was the question

The story of how Chikatsuyu got its name comes from a man who broke off a piece of a plant to fashion "homemade" chopsticks. Inside the "marrow" of the plant was red (I've only seen this on one plant ...

One of the many markers along the Kumano Kodo

Don't forget to get a stamp for your booklet at this oji along the Kumano Kodo! It's an interesting place set in the village, just at the end of your day's walk.

Stop By If You're in Chikatsuyu

As you can see from the photographs, this is not a very visually exciting shrine. In the old days, when Retired Emperors came to the Kumano Kodo, this would have been a major destination because of t...

Above average Oji

Pretty place to stop before continuing your Kumano Kodo journey... shade, a coffee shop close by and they have a nice stamp!