Introduction to the Kumano Kodo: The Kumano Kodo (Kumano Kodo) was recognized as Japan’s 12th World Cultural Heritage in 2004. It was built in ancient times for nobles to visit Kumano Shrine, and later became a path for practitioners to go to Ise Shrine. . The entire ancient road is divided into 15 sections. No matter which section you walk, the scenery is equally charming. You can also visit the local hot springs and the layered and orderly arranged rice fields.