Kitsuro Village@yokovic Kitsurashiro Village, located in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture, is part of the Kumano Kodo, a historically significant area. Within the village, you can find traditional wooden buildings, shrines, and temples that allow you to experience the old-fashioned charm of Japan. Particularly, the entire Kitsurashiro village is designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the government, ensuring the protection of its landscape and culture. Popular among tourists, it offers a relaxing time in a rich natural environment. [Text: @AI, Translation: @AI]

Maruyama Senmaida@yokovic Maruyama Senmaida, located in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture, is one of Japan's largest terraced rice fields and a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful scenery. The terraced fields spread across the mountains at an altitude of about 300 meters, with approximately 1000 terraced rice fields forming a stunning landscape that changes with the seasons. Particularly in the autumn when the rice plants bear grains, the terraced fields shimmer in golden hues, attracting many visitors. In addition, the area around the terraced fields features historical structures and hot springs, making it a charming spot where visitors can enjoy both nature and culture simultaneously. [Text: @AI, Translation: @AI]

Tateyama Cape@yokovic Tateyama is located in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture, and is known as the starting point of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. It has been considered an important center of Kumano faith since ancient times and is revered as one of the Kumano Sanzan. At the tip of the cape, there are markers indicating the starting point of the Kumano Kodo and Kumano shrines, breathing with history and faith. The surrounding area boasts beautiful coastlines and nature, captivating visitors. Tateyama is loved by many tourists and believers as a place where Japanese history and nature harmonize. [Text: @AI, Translation: @AI]

Kumano Kinokuni (Roadside Station) Kumano Kinokuni (Roadside Station) is an inviting stopover known for its rich history, cultural profundity, and picturesque surroundings. Located in the Kansai region, it is part of Mie Prefecture and epitomizes the essence of traditional Japanese lifestyle. Its charming setting in Japan offers tourist attractions whose antiquity dates back to thousands of years. Kumano Kinokuni provides visitors with insights into the local produce, gastronomic delights, and unique handicrafts, offering a snapshot of the area’s livelihood. The roadside station is an essential pit-stop for those navigating Japan's highway network, offering a rest space and a chance to experience local culture in a relaxed setting. A visit to Kumano Kinokuni equals an immersion in the past and a closer interaction with the authentic spirit of Japan’s regional life. [Text: @AI, Translation: @AI]