World Heritage Journey by Foot and Public Transport: "Kumano Kodo Ohechi Digital Stamp Rally" to be Held Long-Term Across 9 Courses Starting May 1
The Nanki Area Tourism Promotion Committee and the Kumano Area Tourism Promotion Committee will hold the "Kumano Kodo Ohechi Digital Stamp Rally," featuring nine courses to explore the World Heritage Kumano Kodo by foot and public transport, from May 1 until the end of the year. This eco-friendly and sustainable travel initiative offers local products and exclusive novelties as prizes.
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Announcement of the "Kumano Kodo Ohechi Digital Stamp Rally"
~An "Eco & Sustainable Journey" across 9 courses, exploring by foot and public transport~
Perfect for Spring-Winter long-run planning, ideal for Cycling Day (May 22) and Bicycle Day (May 5)
The Nanki Area Tourism Promotion Committee and the Kumano Area Tourism Promotion Committee will hold the "Kumano Kodo Ohechi Digital Stamp Rally" with the aim of further attracting visitors to the Kumano Kodo Ohechi and surrounding areas, and promoting longer stays.
Nine model courses have been set up, to be completed by foot and public transport, proposing a "sustainable trip" with low environmental impact, while enjoying town walks, historical and cultural experiences, and local gourmet food. The event will run long-term from May, the start of the tourist season, until the end of the year. This plan is also well-suited for various travel and outdoor-related anniversaries such as "Bicycle Day" on May 5, "Cycling Day" on May 22, and "Travel Day" on May 16, making it widely introducible to those in entertainment, sports, outdoor, hotel/leisure, automotive/mobility, lifestyle/living, and nature/environment sectors.
Overview of the Event
■ Name
Kumano Kodo Ohechi Digital Stamp Rally
■ Duration
Friday, May 1, 2026 – Monday, December 28, 2026
■ Organizers
Nanki Area Tourism Promotion Committee, Kumano Area Tourism Promotion Committee
Features and Theme of the Event
"Eco-friendly Kumano Kodo Journey" by Foot + Public Transport
Kumano Kodo Ohechi and its surrounding areas are designed into 9 courses that can be completed by foot and public transport, including JR. It proposes an environmentally friendly and stress-free journey with less traffic congestion, also including cycling courses that align with anniversaries like "Bicycle Day" on May 5 and "Cycling Day" on May 22.
Enjoy History, Nature, Town Walks, and Gourmet "Digitally"
Each course features three stamp spots. In addition to walking the ancient Kumano Kodo paths, a lineup of spots that can only be discovered on foot are included, such as temples and shrines, coastlines, and port townscapes. By combining these with local gourmet stops and surrounding sightseeing, a highly entertaining circular tour experience is possible.
Win Regional Products by Lottery, Limited Novelties for Completing All Courses
In addition to a lottery for regional products that can be entered upon completing each course, those who complete all nine courses will receive a certificate of completion and original novelty. Incentives are prepared to motivate a wide range of participants, from sports and outdoor enthusiasts to families and seniors.
How to Participate
Download the free smartphone app "Spot Tour"
Search for "Kumano Kodo Ohechi" in the app and select the course you wish to challenge
Visit the designated spots within the course to earn stamps
Enter the lottery to win regional products
Upon completing all nine courses, receive a certificate of completion & original novelty
*Please check the app store for supported OS, recommended environment, etc.
Target Model Courses (All 9 Courses)
Each course has three stamp spots.
Designed as model courses combining walking, train, and some cycling, they offer varying difficulty levels enjoyable for a wide range of participants, from beginners to experienced hikers.
A Tanabe Cycling Course
*Stamp Spots: Kozanji Temple, Tenjinzaki, Tokijinja Shrine
→ An exhilarating course connecting the sea, town, and shrines, perfect for rides aligned with Cycling Day (May 22) and Bicycle Day (May 5).
B Kumano Kodo Tomitagawa Course
*Stamp Spots: Sannobashi Bridge, Horo no Mushikuiwa Rock, Hinomoto Shrine
C Kumano Kodo Tomisaka, Butsusaka Course
*Stamp Spots: Sodoji Temple, Ankyo no Watashiba, Susami Beach
D Kumano Kodo Nagaisaka Course
*Stamp Spots: JR Susami Station, JR Mirozu Station, JR Esumi Station
E Haneda Airport 2-day, 1-night Kumano Kodo Butsusaka, Nagaisaka Course
*Stamp Spots: Shofukuji Temple, JR Kii-Tomita Station, Manpukuji Temple
F Tanami Station – Kii-Arita Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Enkoji Temple, Hiwatani-do, JR Kii-Arita Station
G Kushimoto Station – Kii-Hime Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Muryoji Temple, Shiridenosaka Observatory, JR Kii-Hime Station
H Kii-Uragami Course – Yukawa Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Shimizutoge Pass, Daitaiji Temple, Nigotoge Pass
I Yukawa Station – Nachi Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Yobazu no Hana, Sundatoge Kasujizoson, Fudarakusanji Temple
*Detailed distances, required times, and access information for each course are available in the "Spot Tour" app.
Prizes and Benefits
Course Completion Benefit (Eligible to apply after earning 3 stamps in one course)
*Regional products worth 10,000 yen (15 winners selected by lottery)
All Courses Completion Benefit (For all who complete all 9 courses)
*Completion certificate
*Original novelty
*Details on how to apply, announcement of winners, and shipping dates will be announced within the app and on the official information page.
Keywords:
~An "Eco & Sustainable Journey" across 9 courses, exploring by foot and public transport~
Perfect for Spring-Winter long-run planning, ideal for Cycling Day (May 22) and Bicycle Day (May 5)
The Nanki Area Tourism Promotion Committee and the Kumano Area Tourism Promotion Committee will hold the "Kumano Kodo Ohechi Digital Stamp Rally" with the aim of further attracting visitors to the Kumano Kodo Ohechi and surrounding areas, and promoting longer stays.
Nine model courses have been set up, to be completed by foot and public transport, proposing a "sustainable trip" with low environmental impact, while enjoying town walks, historical and cultural experiences, and local gourmet food. The event will run long-term from May, the start of the tourist season, until the end of the year. This plan is also well-suited for various travel and outdoor-related anniversaries such as "Bicycle Day" on May 5, "Cycling Day" on May 22, and "Travel Day" on May 16, making it widely introducible to those in entertainment, sports, outdoor, hotel/leisure, automotive/mobility, lifestyle/living, and nature/environment sectors.
Overview of the Event
■ Name
Kumano Kodo Ohechi Digital Stamp Rally
■ Duration
Friday, May 1, 2026 – Monday, December 28, 2026
■ Organizers
Nanki Area Tourism Promotion Committee, Kumano Area Tourism Promotion Committee
Features and Theme of the Event
"Eco-friendly Kumano Kodo Journey" by Foot + Public Transport
Kumano Kodo Ohechi and its surrounding areas are designed into 9 courses that can be completed by foot and public transport, including JR. It proposes an environmentally friendly and stress-free journey with less traffic congestion, also including cycling courses that align with anniversaries like "Bicycle Day" on May 5 and "Cycling Day" on May 22.
Enjoy History, Nature, Town Walks, and Gourmet "Digitally"
Each course features three stamp spots. In addition to walking the ancient Kumano Kodo paths, a lineup of spots that can only be discovered on foot are included, such as temples and shrines, coastlines, and port townscapes. By combining these with local gourmet stops and surrounding sightseeing, a highly entertaining circular tour experience is possible.
Win Regional Products by Lottery, Limited Novelties for Completing All Courses
In addition to a lottery for regional products that can be entered upon completing each course, those who complete all nine courses will receive a certificate of completion and original novelty. Incentives are prepared to motivate a wide range of participants, from sports and outdoor enthusiasts to families and seniors.
How to Participate
Download the free smartphone app "Spot Tour"
Search for "Kumano Kodo Ohechi" in the app and select the course you wish to challenge
Visit the designated spots within the course to earn stamps
Enter the lottery to win regional products
Upon completing all nine courses, receive a certificate of completion & original novelty
*Please check the app store for supported OS, recommended environment, etc.
Target Model Courses (All 9 Courses)
Each course has three stamp spots.
Designed as model courses combining walking, train, and some cycling, they offer varying difficulty levels enjoyable for a wide range of participants, from beginners to experienced hikers.
A Tanabe Cycling Course
*Stamp Spots: Kozanji Temple, Tenjinzaki, Tokijinja Shrine
→ An exhilarating course connecting the sea, town, and shrines, perfect for rides aligned with Cycling Day (May 22) and Bicycle Day (May 5).
B Kumano Kodo Tomitagawa Course
*Stamp Spots: Sannobashi Bridge, Horo no Mushikuiwa Rock, Hinomoto Shrine
C Kumano Kodo Tomisaka, Butsusaka Course
*Stamp Spots: Sodoji Temple, Ankyo no Watashiba, Susami Beach
D Kumano Kodo Nagaisaka Course
*Stamp Spots: JR Susami Station, JR Mirozu Station, JR Esumi Station
E Haneda Airport 2-day, 1-night Kumano Kodo Butsusaka, Nagaisaka Course
*Stamp Spots: Shofukuji Temple, JR Kii-Tomita Station, Manpukuji Temple
F Tanami Station – Kii-Arita Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Enkoji Temple, Hiwatani-do, JR Kii-Arita Station
G Kushimoto Station – Kii-Hime Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Muryoji Temple, Shiridenosaka Observatory, JR Kii-Hime Station
H Kii-Uragami Course – Yukawa Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Shimizutoge Pass, Daitaiji Temple, Nigotoge Pass
I Yukawa Station – Nachi Station Course
*Stamp Spots: Yobazu no Hana, Sundatoge Kasujizoson, Fudarakusanji Temple
*Detailed distances, required times, and access information for each course are available in the "Spot Tour" app.
Prizes and Benefits
Course Completion Benefit (Eligible to apply after earning 3 stamps in one course)
*Regional products worth 10,000 yen (15 winners selected by lottery)
All Courses Completion Benefit (For all who complete all 9 courses)
*Completion certificate
*Original novelty
*Details on how to apply, announcement of winners, and shipping dates will be announced within the app and on the official information page.
Keywords: